Wednesday, October 15, 2008

Bored One Evening

Since Isaac works evenings I usually find myself bored with not a lot that I want to do (there is always plenty to do), so tonight I thought I would just blabber on about nothing...and here I go...
Well we have been in Utah over 2 months now, and I think I am finally feeling settled and comfortable with my surroundings. It has been a hard adjustment for me, due to the fact that I had just finally found my niche in Wisconsin when our world got turned upside down and we had to move here. It was sad to leave my newly found friendships behind and start all over again. This time should of been easier because I have been through the moving scene so many times in my life and this time I was moving closer to my family. Here I have my parents, brothers, and sister-in-laws, nephew, and nieces ( that is right I can say that in the plural form now!!!) to get to know, but I still struggle with finding my place in a new area.
BUT FINALLY after getting over my self pity I am getting out and about, forging forward, and developing new friendships. Let me just say that I am SOOOO glad that a majority of the Utah horror stories have not been true ( at least where we are located). I do enjoy getting to know new people and trying to understand their backgrounds and life experiences. And if anything else more "friends" on my facebook page, (jk). I am grateful for the people I have met so far here and for the budding friendships that are starting. It has helped coax me back out into the sunlight..!
Also I am so happy that things have worked out for us here. Moving to a new area, without a job or even a prospect was very frustrating and hard to accept. Isaac and I knew that moving back home with my parents was the right move to make for us, but we had no clue where this would lead us. Although it has only been a short time since that faith promoting experience we are so grateful we put our trust in our Heavenly Father and knew that he would lead us in the right direction. It is situations like this that really help confirm my convictions that the Almighty knows what we can handle and helps guide us in our endevours. Even though life looked bleak a short while ago, we can still see brighter things in our future.
Sorry to make this so preachy, but like I said I was bored. I love all my family and friends (especially ones that leave me comments, hint hint), and hope all is going well whereever you may be!!!

I hope to soon bring you footage of Oliver walking, he can take about 3-4 steps before falling, I can't believe my twins are 11 months already. where did this year go???? My children bring such a joy to my life. I love it when I walk in a room and see all three of them playing and laughing together. Oliver and Emerson look up to Eli so much, they think he is the coolest thing, especially when he does something silly. Their giggles are infectious ( if you dont believe me just watch the video in the previous post). Anyway look in the coming days for pictures, I want to take some of them in their winter clothes before they a)grow out of some of them or b) get them too messy that they wont look as cute. Until then, have a happy day!

7 comments:

Amy said...

That was a beautiful post, and I am so happy to hear that things are looking up for you. I still wish we lived closer to each other, although I guess this is the closest that we've lived to each other in a very long time! Now we're only one state apart!

I miss you and love you!! (and I'm hoping to possibly see you next month!)

Jessie said...

I think it always nice to get a second to just catch everyone up. I can't wait to see the boys walking. this year has flown by!! I can remember when they were still just kickers in the belly. Have a great day!!

MarciaAnne said...

I am glad you are having a good experience in Utah. The horror stories just stand out, but I am sure they must be on the less frequent side of things. I hope you make/have made some really good friends there, it always helps. I can't believe how long ago you guys left here, the kids are all getting so big. Can't wait to see walking footage!

Anna said...

We sure are glad you guys are so close!!! We love you tons! Thanks for everything you've done for us in the last couple of weeks!

Lanes said...

Walking!!! I can't believe it! Well, I am glad I finally have your blog, now I can stalk you in the nicest way possible!
Also, If you are ever by the Zoo again call me! I live really close to the zoo! See you WED!

Heather and Justin said...

I am so happy that everything is working out for you in Utah. I know you had a major struggle leaving WI, but I am sure that following the spirit will never lead us wrongly. We miss you guys so much and can't wait to be able to catch up with you soon.

Kami said...

Hey lady! Well done on overcoming the sadness. It really is tough! You are so fantastic that I have no doubt everywhere you go, light will follow. Your boys are adorable (of course). I can't believe how big they are, and what a ham ELI is, okay I can believe what a ham Eli is. We miss his ham-i-ness. Take care crazy woman!