Just an update of what life now consists of for us. It has been really strange not having to go to any classes or do homework every night. Somehow we have managed to still be happy without it. :) Justin leaves at 6 in the morning, so I get out of bed at 5:35, make him breakfast and get his lunch ready. Depending on the morning and my ambition I either go back to bed, or stay up and am productive. Usually the bed wins. Something I have really enjoyed about our new ward is that they do a workout group Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
It has been a great way to start my days off, get to know more ladies (outside of just church), and hold me accountable for exercising. I have even been motivated to exercise more becuase on the days we don't have workout groupI remember how good it makes me feel and then I want to keep working towards more endurance and stronger muscles.
After exercising, I check the internet sites for jobs, cook, read, pay bills, buy groceries, talk on the phone, complete job applications, and wait for Justin to get home. It has been extremely strange for us to be living in an apartment. The two homes we lived in before moving here had large yards and even a garage for us to go work in. This has put a limit on our gardening, crafting, and woodworking, so we are looking for new hobbies and saving our pennies for the down payment we would like to put on a home of our own with a yard and garage.
Justin comes home somewhere between 3 and 6 p.m. depending on the day. He LOVES his new job, essentially it is actually like him going and playing all day because of how passionate he his about the forestry industry. Evening consist of- well actually every night has been different since we got here. We got cable so a little bit of television (BYU NCAA game last night) and dinner.
Having all this extra time each day has been a blessing and a struggle. I am really enjoying not feeling rushed to get the things done I enjoy doing every day, but feel like I need a greater 'purpose' in life. As I have pondered, prayed, stressed, smiled, and run I have come to this conclusion- I just need to exercise my faith in the Lord and His timing. Enjoy the time I have right now, realizing it won't last forever, but don't quit trying to find a job and make the future better. I would have to say our Troutdale Adventure is off to a great start and many lessons we are needing to learn.
Justin and Ruth Blazzard
Glad you guys are doing so well and that Justin is loving his job. That is so awesome and makes a big difference. I hope you find a job soon and enjoy your extra time until then. Thinking of you :)
ReplyDeleteThais how I felt when we first got here...like I had time I didn't know what to do with. It was nice, but i felt lost without my calling, house, war DNA d friends to keep me busy. I hope your transition will continue to be nice and purposeful.
ReplyDeleteThat was supposed to say ward and friends...:)
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