We are so Blessed by the Lord's Timing

Last Friday we left to go to my parents' house for a small family gathering. We had such a great time getting to see everyone including my brother and his family. The kids did pretty well together considering they were all off schedule ,out of their own elements, having to share toys, not napping, etc. I think next time I will where a black/white stripe shirt with a whistle around my neck...as I certainly felt that I was playing the part the last couple days :) But all in all, it was fun and always a blessing to be together as a family. I am still sorting/processing thru 500+ pictures...so check back soon for more.

Before leaving last Friday, we ensured the house was spotless as it was to list on the market for the first time that day. My phone was ringing all day for the 5 days we were gone from realtors wanting to show our home. I didn't hear the final number, but I think we had about 20 showings in 4 days...not too shabby. I checked my email Tuesday morning before heading back home and saw a message from our realtor at 1:45am stating we had an offer. Then later that day we found out we had another offer as well. We were very excited and ended up accepting the first offer as it was a little above our asking price, had no other contingencies attached, and the buyer even threw in another 30 days (on their dime) after closing so we would have time to find a home and make the transition. I would say this is a huge blessing maybe even a miracle--considering the current market. Thank you Lord! I am soooo....did you get that...sooooo relieved to not have to stress about keeping our house clean every time we leave. What a challenge that would be. I don't particularly enjoy cleaning to begin with, but to have to do it multiple times a day with my two year old tornado following me around. Again I say...Thank you Lord!

Where are we moving you ask? Hmm...we are trying to figure that one out too! We are looking for a slightly larger house in an area with excellent schools since our little guy is only two years away from starting Kindergarten....makes me a little sad to think about... Anyway, I guess we will spend our next couple weeks searching.

I have spent some time pondering and trying to appreciate God's timing. He knows above all else what is best for us. I know what I want and when I want it, yet don't always seem to get it...yet have complete trust He is in control and knows better than I do. So in some areas we continue to wait patiently, and in other areas such as our home...we rejoice!