I decided that I missed blogging. It has been almost 6 months since my last entry. A lot has changed in that time. We settled into a great routine at home and I have to admit that I love being home. Travelling was something we will always remember and cherish, but there is nothing like being settled in a home. Since travelling, Dan took a full time position in Mansfield and works at the hospital and outpatient clinic. Mya is in kindergarten at our local christian school. It is only half day and I enjoy still having her home in the afternoon. Sara is just now starting to take an interest in academics, although she loves to play most of the day. And Chloe.....ah.....what do I say about her? She is CRAZY (I mean that in a good way). Chloe is one of the most independent, smart, motivated two year olds that I know. I know she is my daughter, but I believe others would agree with my description of her. She acts like she is much older. She is busy all the time, into everything and loves to be by my side all day long. It is so fun to see all the personalities shine through as the kids age.
I have a wonderful routine of exercising in the morning after I take Mya to school. And then I still have a couple hours with just Chloe and Sara before we have to pick up Mya from school. I have really enjoyed getting stronger through exercise. I have been trying to figure out what I might do once the kids are all in school and I now have many careers to pursue. It is fun to dream. I could go back to teaching, I would love to be a personal trainer and nutritionist, I think I would enjoy the business world as an administrative assistant or some job where I could organize someone's life, or I could go into physical therapy and join Dan's world. Who knows what will be with that. We are also praying heavily about schooling for the girls next year. If we can't send them to the christian school due to cost we are are considering home schooling again. So next year is a bit up in the air.
I believe our lives are going through quite a refining process. Dan quit travelling, which was tough for him. I asked him to take a permanent job and the hospital position fell right into his lap. There are some things he doesn't like about the current job so I am not sure where his job will take him in the future. He is a gifted man in his field. He is a talented teacher and I hope for opportunities for him to shine in that area too. Our marriage has been challenged, but in such a good way. We have had our ups and downs since being home, but I admire the commitment and love that we have for each other.
California was an experience that I will never regret. I wish we would have done a few things differently. But isn't that what life is all about? We make mistakes, we learn, we are refined and we become more holy. I grew and learned and continue on this journey to forever.
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