We just got back from a couple days away. I had an unexpected day off from work (thank you Shalyn!) and we decided to head out of town and just relax. Of course, relaxing for us means a cute Bed & Breakfast, some antique shopping and trying new restaurants.
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| Checking out the beautiful architectural salvage at Materials Unlimited in Ypsilanti, MI |
We shopped til we dropped, even though we didn't really buy anything...I think I spent about $10, then enjoyed a quiet dinner of fire baked pizza and a cup of coffee and face time at the local coffee joint. We had a lot to discuss. You see, my sweetheart has a new job!
He starts this week and we are so excited about the possibilities this brings.
If you have been a long time reader you know, when this economy tanked a few years ago, so did his job. We have muddled through, and God has kept us going in so many ways. Through gifts from friends, part time employment and amazing circumstances, I really can't say we suffered a lot. There wasn't a lot extra but there was...enough.
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| Cute stuff for the home at Home Sweet Home in Plymouth, MI |
So this getaway was our little celebration of all the good things that have happened. Things are looking up and the future is bright. We won't have to move, he will be working form home, and we can finally start doing a little dreaming again:>)
Ahhhh, God is good. All the time.
Oh I am so happy for you. I think it is so important to celebrate making it through hard times or stressful situations. You learn quick what makes you happy and how you can have a good time without spending lots of money. I am so glad he has a new job!! Yeah.
ReplyDeleteWhat fun! I love the things in the photo. You exercised constraint on that trip!
ReplyDeleteExcited too for you and Earl :) God is so good.
I'm so pleased that the two of you had time to get away before life goes back to a new normal for both of you but especially for your darling husband. Good things do come to those who wait, even when th wait feels like forever! xoxo
ReplyDeleteYou know I am thrilled for both of you! How wonderful that you got to take a little mini vacation before Earl had to start his new job. Yes, it is all good!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Penny
Congrats on the new job!
ReplyDeleteIt's always refreshing to get away and dream together.
Yes, god is so...good!
B & B's are the perfect spot to celebrate, we love them! And how wonderful to hear your great news! I am so, so happy for you!
ReplyDeleteGod is so good!
Love,
Sue
What a great message today - so glad you could get away for a few days and just enjoy life. Congratulations on your husband's new job!!! Hugs ~ Mary
ReplyDeleteOh yes, God is sooooooooooooooo good. Sometimes we don't realize it till later just how good He is ALL THE TIME! The new job was well worth celebrating and glad you could enjoy a get away together.
ReplyDeleteOh yes, God is sooooooooooooooo good. Sometimes we don't realize it till later just how good He is ALL THE TIME! The new job was well worth celebrating and glad you could enjoy a get away together.
ReplyDeleteHurray for you both! And I am glad you had such a nice celebration!
ReplyDeleteXO,
Jane
What great news! And you chose a wonderful way to celebrate.
ReplyDeleteSo happy for you guys! Things seem to have a way of working out, don't they? Taking a little time off sounds like a great way to celebrate.
ReplyDeleteDearest Kathy,
ReplyDeleteI so agree! God is good to us and is always with us...in the lean times and, also, in times of plenty. My husband was greatly impacted by the dip in our economy, too. With a lot of prayer, trust in God for His provision and faith, we have begun to rebound financially. I rejoice with you for this new season in you and your husband's lives.
Thank you for sharing, sweet friend and Thanks be to God for His incredible faithfulness!
Carolynn
I'm thrilled to hear your news! God is good - all the time! Loved seeing a bit of your get-away. So glad you could celebrate.
ReplyDelete~Adrienne~
What a wonderful way to celebrate God's faithfulness. The lean times really do show us we can content with so much less. Congratulations to your hubby! Patty
ReplyDeleteI am so happy for you! :-) Have a great weekend.
ReplyDeleteI am so happy for you in so many ways - a lovely getaway and a NEW job. That is wonderful news.
ReplyDeleteYayyyyyyyyy! And praise God! I'm so happy for the blessings in your life!
ReplyDeleteYou KNOW that I am just thrilled for Earl!! God does take care of us, yes he does. Sounds like you both have been taking time to enjoy each other and sneak in some shopping and great food. YEH! Kathy, I love the cupcakes, too. Your coworkers are quite spoiled and just blessed by YOU!
ReplyDeletexxo
Excellent news Kathy! Glad you could find some time to relax too. Mimi
ReplyDeleteWhat fabulous news! I am sooooo happy for you guys! I don't know how you did it. Working from home? What could be nicer!
ReplyDeleteSounds like your little getaway was fun!
You're right. God is good all the time, isn't He? I'm so happy for you and your husband. You have every right to celebrate. Having stayed in several B&Bs over the years as well as owning one myself, I know you had a wonderful time. Would love to know where you stayed by the way. :)
ReplyDeleteOh Kathy,
ReplyDeleteThis is such good news. Congratulations to Earl. Sometimes waiting on God is difficult, but He is good and He always keeps His promises.
I am so glad that you don't have to move.
Congratulations again.
Karen
Here I am again, I just can't stay away . . . after you visited my blog, I discovered that you had two more. Well, now I'm following this one too. I don't know your story but it sounds like not having to move was a true blessing. I'm very happy for you. My husband and I have lived in our home for thirty years and we can not even think of moving. Leaving a home we've made together and all the many things that we have collected through the years. Oh, my! Thanks for visiting my blog, hope to see you again. Connie :)
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