Somehow, that always makes me think of that maven who has cornered the market on 'living'. She fed my need to be a SuperMom so I canceled that subscription. Anyways, this isn't about that kind of 'good things'. It's amazing how quickly things can turn around. On Tuesday, I worked a full day training. I learned to use a register. That was the scariest part for me, but I'm good now I think. While I was at work, M got phone call after phone call. By the time I got home, he had 3 interviews scheduled!!! PTL! Yesterday's interview was near Wildfiber. The closest LYS to today's interview is 2 Old Divas. Tomorrow's interview is near The Sheared Sheep. Like how I think? I'm hopeful that one of these will turn into a job for M.
Yesterday, I was able to spend the day at the day with our homeschool group at the County Fair. It was FREE! We went as a school group, and even had a pass for parking. When we watched the cow milking demonstration, the kids all got a FREE milk to drink. And after watching the pig races, each adult got a coupon for a FREE pound of bacon. We had packed our lunches...a huge savings. So, we were able to enjoy a day out with minimal cost. I don't think I would have had the same appreciation for that last spring. I think we may be going to the Aquarium next week for FREE too.
My favorite part of the Fair was the spinning demonstration. One of the spinners has an etsy shop. I drooled over the hank of yarn that she had spun from the Ram in her backyard. 6's favorite thing was the Seep Dog demonstration. They had the Sheep Dog chase the sheep down for the sheep shearing. 5's favorite thing was grinding dried corn into cornmeal with a hand crank grinder. 3's favorite part was the Pig Races.
When I got home from the Fair, there was a package waiting for me. Allison sent me a 'pick me up'! I should have taken a photo first, but I didn't. Instead, I CO right away for a washcloth with the yarn and pattern in the package.
I typed this yesterday, but with scheduled blogger outages...I couldn't add photos. I'll try to add them later.
9.25.2008
9.22.2008
Faith
I was at work just to fill out paperwork yesterday, and then I needed to buy some black pants as none of my 'stay at home mom' wardrobe fit the uniform. My first full day is Tuesday. I will enjoy the work most days...I think I'll be really tired when I'm out until midnight then getting up with the kids in the morning.
With well over 100 resumes out there...someone has to call for M soon. Like everyone else, we'll be waiting to see how the economy responds to the bail-out. While I'm waiting...I need reminders like this. And a friend shared this quote with me. "Second only to suffering, waiting may be the greatest teacher and trainer in godliness, maturity, and genuine spirituality most of us ever encounter." by Ben Patterson. I know I'm learning. I know this process is a chance for growth. I would like to be more open to the training, more grounded in my faith instead of shaking like a leaf.
Knitwise: I haven't posted much. I've turned the heel on my 2nd Sanity Sock. I'll have to decide if they are going to be a Christmas gift, or open up the toe on the first sock and add a few rows before the toe decrease. I followed the pattern, and they are a bit too short for me. They would however fit my SIL perfectly...she's about a 1/2 size smaller than me. Over the weekend, I started an afghan with homespun in my stash. I don't really like this yarn, but considering it's been waiting in my stash for so long...and the prospect of 'free' Christmas gifts is enticing, I CO. Then, my middle child claimed that this one should belong to him. I did knit a blanket with homespun for when my oldest turned 5. Middle child never picked out yarn for his 5th birthday. I'll just keep knitting and decide later who this is for. No one is likely to turn away a soft blanket.
With well over 100 resumes out there...someone has to call for M soon. Like everyone else, we'll be waiting to see how the economy responds to the bail-out. While I'm waiting...I need reminders like this. And a friend shared this quote with me. "Second only to suffering, waiting may be the greatest teacher and trainer in godliness, maturity, and genuine spirituality most of us ever encounter." by Ben Patterson. I know I'm learning. I know this process is a chance for growth. I would like to be more open to the training, more grounded in my faith instead of shaking like a leaf.
Knitwise: I haven't posted much. I've turned the heel on my 2nd Sanity Sock. I'll have to decide if they are going to be a Christmas gift, or open up the toe on the first sock and add a few rows before the toe decrease. I followed the pattern, and they are a bit too short for me. They would however fit my SIL perfectly...she's about a 1/2 size smaller than me. Over the weekend, I started an afghan with homespun in my stash. I don't really like this yarn, but considering it's been waiting in my stash for so long...and the prospect of 'free' Christmas gifts is enticing, I CO. Then, my middle child claimed that this one should belong to him. I did knit a blanket with homespun for when my oldest turned 5. Middle child never picked out yarn for his 5th birthday. I'll just keep knitting and decide later who this is for. No one is likely to turn away a soft blanket.
9.21.2008
Kitters arrived on Friday. My children are over the moon. Unlike a typical rescue cat, this one laid down on the living room floor when they let him out of the cage. The SCAR (Southern CA Aby Rescue) workers commented how unusual this is. It is normal for a rescue cat to hide under a bed for a week. Now, Kitters did hide under the bed for a bit yesterday afternoon, but I think that is just because 3 shadows had become too much. He re-appeared when the little ones were asleep. Now...we need a new name. We've tried a lot...but usually one of us doesn't like the name. We'll take any suggestions now.
And today, I start my new job. I applied at Michael's (yes, the craft store) and they hired me quickly. I'll be working in the framing department. I'm excited to use color theory and layout experience from college and my working days. I'm not thrilled to be away from my family. I'm also a little sad that they pay less than I gave my babysitters. When M does return to work, I'll have to have my mom or someone else cover the gap between when I leave and M returns. I couldn't pay a sitter! I'm hopeful that soon this money will be the additional income that we add to our savings account to replenish it. In the mean time, every little bit will help.
I'm learning a whole new way of life. My laundry comes out just as clean if I fill the little cap less full for each load. Half my normal amount (which was still less than called for) of fabric softner will still soften each load. I'm hanging clothes to dry while it's hot (well, I used to hang my clothes, but now I'm hanging most loads). I did want to live a little greener, so this is helping. Just in case we need to relocate, we're finishing up the projects that we have all around the house. Last weekend I finished stripping most of the grout in the kitchen and resealing/polishing the floors. Last night, M worked on the cupboards. Last summer, we had started using Briwax on the cupboards and then changing out the knobs. For a year now...we've had 2 kinds of knobs in the kitchen. I'm glad to be finishing these projects...and hopefully we won't be moving before we enjoy them.
Off to church...then off to work.
And today, I start my new job. I applied at Michael's (yes, the craft store) and they hired me quickly. I'll be working in the framing department. I'm excited to use color theory and layout experience from college and my working days. I'm not thrilled to be away from my family. I'm also a little sad that they pay less than I gave my babysitters. When M does return to work, I'll have to have my mom or someone else cover the gap between when I leave and M returns. I couldn't pay a sitter! I'm hopeful that soon this money will be the additional income that we add to our savings account to replenish it. In the mean time, every little bit will help.
I'm learning a whole new way of life. My laundry comes out just as clean if I fill the little cap less full for each load. Half my normal amount (which was still less than called for) of fabric softner will still soften each load. I'm hanging clothes to dry while it's hot (well, I used to hang my clothes, but now I'm hanging most loads). I did want to live a little greener, so this is helping. Just in case we need to relocate, we're finishing up the projects that we have all around the house. Last weekend I finished stripping most of the grout in the kitchen and resealing/polishing the floors. Last night, M worked on the cupboards. Last summer, we had started using Briwax on the cupboards and then changing out the knobs. For a year now...we've had 2 kinds of knobs in the kitchen. I'm glad to be finishing these projects...and hopefully we won't be moving before we enjoy them.
Off to church...then off to work.
9.18.2008
Nothing yet
No cat yet. Kitters (soon to be re-named) had to take a little trip back to the vet for observation, so the rescue woman decided she would bring him by this weekend. I forgot to ask if that meant Friday or Saturday.
No job yet. Today, M got a call from the firm he was hoping to hear from and they hired 2 people, but just not him.
No job yet. Today, M got a call from the firm he was hoping to hear from and they hired 2 people, but just not him.
9.16.2008
So the cat is coming to live with us...
Are we crazy? I hope not. Kitters was at the vet. Turns out my neighbor was just playing up the drama. He only needed a few teeth pulled. The Aby rescue took care of that considering our situation. Kitters will be coming to live with us tomorrow night. They're bringing a bag of food to get us started too. I can't say enough about how great these people I've met are...and how sweet this cat is.
On the job front, I've lost count at the number of resumes and phone calls. No interviews even lined up at this point. We're not really sure where to go from here. But, we'll continue to trust. Thanks for all the prayers.
On the job front, I've lost count at the number of resumes and phone calls. No interviews even lined up at this point. We're not really sure where to go from here. But, we'll continue to trust. Thanks for all the prayers.
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