Wye Mountain with Lily

Monday, Christylee and I took Lily for her annual Wye Mountain pictures. We got her posed and ready- only for me to realize I forgot my SD Card in my camera. So, we took a side trip to Walmart, got some snacks, a card, and we were on our way. It didn't hit me until I was looking through my camera lens how my Lily has grown in the past 3 1/2 years. Our first time taking her out to Wye Mountain- was the first time she sat up by herself. Here she is now talking, posing, and having a good old time. My how time flies! I sure love this little girl!

God always amazes me.

Well the Williams Saga continues, and I'm never less than amazed how God works! I find delight in knowing He's always on the job and always looking out for our best interest. Luke sent out his resume the Thursday after he was laid off. Less than 5 minutes later, he received a phone call from Adam at First Electric wanting him to take a job. The only down side is it's in Jacksonville and Luke would take a small pay cut. At first, we weren't sure if this was the job for Luke or not- we were hoping for something closer to town. As it turns out, Luke wasn't able to find anything else.

So, starting March 5th Luke begins being an IT guy for First Electric in Jacksonville. He's super excited and this job promises to be less stress that his previous job- so who can complain. It amazes me, but I know it shouldn't, how God has worked in our lives. When looking at houses, we were looking towards the upper end of our "old" price range. With Luke now having a smaller pay cut, the house we've made an offer on- which was low on our "old" price range will be perfect!

Yes, the drive to Jackonsville will be long for Luke, but if it's where the Lord wants you to be- He'll make it bearable. For now, this weekend, we will be moving from our home- to a rental house in Benton. We are still waiting to hear back from the FHA people regarding the offer we made on the other house. It's also been perfect that the FHA people are taking their time- considering Luke has to be working for 30 days for us to close on something else. Also, this couldn't have been better regarding all the work ahead on our Easter Musical.

Again, I'm amazed-but know I shouldn't be! The Lord is at work all around us- even if we don't see it!

Well it's out there...

Luke's resume that is. He just emailed it out and 15 minutes later got a call. He's having lunch with someone for a possible job!! I'm not overly excited, trying to stay calm, but at least it's a prospect of a job for our family. This is one wild ride! After doing a Beth Moore Study called "The Inheritance" on an online podcast I found, one of the main points was: If you are an Heiress in the Lord, your life is to NEVER EVER be boring. Boy is she right! This certainly is far from boring!! For now, the saga continues..."As the Williams Turn." 8)

What a ride...

I got a text message last night while at our Prayer Shawl Meeting from Luke. He told me that he was being terminated...and he would see me at home...he didn't have his phone- as it was work issued. I just couldn't believe it! To say I was in shock was the total truth- as I am very rarely speechless. The ladies were exactly what I needed- they took the time to pray for us and help reassure me everything would be OK.

So, we close on our house the 28th of February. Have made an offer on a short sale- which we are still waiting to hear back from the FHA people on. Found out today that Luke has to have a job for a total of 30 days before we can close on anything. To top it all off- he is jobless!

I don't think I can handle much more! I know the Lord is in control- and even though our circumstances are anything short of crazy- I have peace. That doesn't mean I'm not nervous about what the future holds- but I do know one thing...my Savior is in control of it all.

In fact, I'm kinda excited to see what He has next. As the saga unfolds....

Our House Sold!!!

In 3 weeks, I wasn't prepared for the call from Luke in the middle of Walmart- the freezer section to be exact. He told me we sold our house- and I started crying right there in front of the chicken tenders. I'm sure people thought I was crazy....but at the time all I could think about was- we have no where to live!!!

We close on this house the 28th of February, and right now don't have a clue where we are going to live. I have complete peace about it though, as God knows where we are going to live. Everyone keeps telling me "Congratulations" and all I can say is, "well, that's what everyone is saying!" LOL!

I'm excited though to see where this road takes us- it's a journey for sure! So on to bigger and greener pastures!

It's Official...we're for SALE!!!

Our house is officially on the market. I'm a little sad to see it go up for sale, we've had a lot of memories and put a LOT of work into this house. I'm sure I'll feel totally different once it sells and we move onto something else!!! Check it out!

http://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/2726-Valley-Frg_Benton_AR_72015_M82867-12720

Ch Ch Ch Changes

Luke and I are going through some major changes in here in the Williams Household. We've been talking for several months now about moving. Well this past weekend, we found a subdivision we love out in Salem and are putting our house on the market! It's a lot to take in at once, but we both have complete peace with our decision. The Lord is leading us both on a different path, and one we are excited to take. We would love to have a bigger house and a little land....some place our dogs would be happy at and our someday children.

There was a time I didn't think we'd ever have the desire to have children. In a way, I still have no desire to ever become pregnant- although the Lord may have another plan someday. We've both been eager to rescue animals- not just by from a breeder. There are tons of dogs out there that need good homes- and of course that's not without saying we haven't had challenges in the past with our dogs. We still love them no matter what.

We also feel like children are the same way. There are lots of kids out there that need good loving homes. Sure most people can have a child naturally, but most people don't consider adoption. However you want to have a family is wonderful either way!! But, I'm thinking adoption is probably the route we will take at some point. Maybe not in the near future, but who knows! Adoption has been a big part of my life considering my Mom and my best friend are both adopted. And, if you really think about it....aren't we all adopted into the family of God?! How cool is that!

So onto our next journey, I'm sure hoping it won't be a long one- but we'll ride with the Lord wherever He wants to take us next!