This past week we introduced the blessings and of course Manning, to our new home. I am so happy to hear the blessings say how much they love their new rooms and home. I really like the home as well. The new home is much smaller than we are use to, but I have a feeling God is helping me in the area of simplicity. Most of our furniture will not fit on our main floor, so whatever does not fit will make its way to the basement. I believe that those items should then be sold, but these are pieces I would like to keep for when we purchase our first home. If then they do not fit, I will sell them, but until then, the basement is their home.
Our household items are here in town, but unfortunately cannot be delivered until the 6th. Prayerfully a cancellation will occur this week, which then will bump up our delivery date. So as of right now we are enjoying the open space of our home. Thank goodness for the Army Community Serivces! These services have a lending library that allow us to check out dishes, air mattresses, a table with chairs, and a microwave. My brother blessed us with a television that he was not using, so we are able to watch movies by hooking up the Xbox.
The past couple of days have been a real eye-opener for me. We have been out picking up items that we need for our home and I am overwhelmed by prices. Yes prices in Alaska tend to be more expensive, however, we have found some items to be cheaper. I have started my hunt for coupons and discount stores. I saw a bakery outlet and my daughter mentioned we should go in. I at first, was "eh." I just did not feel like going in, but decided "why not?" I am so thankful we did! I was able to pick up four loaves of bread for $1.80! Did I mention that it was 85cents for one loaf and it was BOGO for free? Did I also mention, the bread bought was priced at $2.85 at Wal-Mart? We also walked away with the same brand of hot dog buns for 79 cents each. I was super giddy for our purchase.
After leaving Alaska our pay has decreased tremendously and I need for the family to jump on board this new lifestyle I'm trying to incorporate. The lifestyle of less spending and living simply. My main concern is our finances. So I started a game with the family, which is to see who can find the best deal while we are out. The blessings have found this as a challenge and are eager to find the better deals and are hoping they can beat me. I am happy to say I am in the lead ;)
What do you and your children do when it comes to frugal living?
28 January 2012
23 January 2012
Enjoying Family And Target Shopping
We have been visiting family since the 12th of January and it has been very refreshing. The hubby has been able to catch up and reconnect with family that he has not seen in over two years. The two blessings are enjoying and loving their time home with family. I, of course, enjoy it also.
We have signed for our new house, picked up our other vehicle, and brought the vehicle we drove cross-country into the shop for some TLC. I have done a little bit, or some, okay, a lot of shopping at Target. Hey, I've been frugal while I've been there, or most of the time.
We are still waiting on our household items to arrive. A winter storm has held up our items, so hopefully early next week we will receive a delivery date!
I do have to say it is quite an adjustment moving back to the lower 48. I have forgotten how fast-paced life is here and all the choices that surround us. Yes, it's nice with all the choices, but somewhat overwhelming.
I'm sure we can handle it!
We have signed for our new house, picked up our other vehicle, and brought the vehicle we drove cross-country into the shop for some TLC. I have done a little bit, or some, okay, a lot of shopping at Target. Hey, I've been frugal while I've been there, or most of the time.
We are still waiting on our household items to arrive. A winter storm has held up our items, so hopefully early next week we will receive a delivery date!
I do have to say it is quite an adjustment moving back to the lower 48. I have forgotten how fast-paced life is here and all the choices that surround us. Yes, it's nice with all the choices, but somewhat overwhelming.
I'm sure we can handle it!
11 January 2012
Awwww Back In The USA
Phew!
We made it back into the United States!
I have been told by a couple people that Alaska is part of the United States. Yes we lived in Alaska and it is part of the United States, but we had to drive through Canada. So I just wanted to clarify ;)
The rest of our travels since the blizzard has been good. A rock has chipped our windshield and broke our fog lights. I would take that instead of the blizzard! We are excited because as I type this we are about 8 hours from family! Hubby has not been home or seen family in over two years!
Thank you all who have prayed for our trip and our safety. God is so good!
We made it back into the United States!
I have been told by a couple people that Alaska is part of the United States. Yes we lived in Alaska and it is part of the United States, but we had to drive through Canada. So I just wanted to clarify ;)
The rest of our travels since the blizzard has been good. A rock has chipped our windshield and broke our fog lights. I would take that instead of the blizzard! We are excited because as I type this we are about 8 hours from family! Hubby has not been home or seen family in over two years!
Thank you all who have prayed for our trip and our safety. God is so good!
09 January 2012
Almost Half-Way
Wow!
What a trip!!!
Thank you all for the prayers. We definitely felt them and they were greatly needed. We are 1200 miles into our 3,030 mile trek. Our first day was good, and our second day, well God was with us. We entered a blizzard in the middle of the Rocky Mountains and literally almost drove off the cliff. God sent us a semi and lead us out of the storm. We referred to it as God leading Moses out of Egypt. Once we get to our final destination of Wisconsin I will write more about the storm and our trip.
Overall, we are loving our trip and have seen much wildlife. Our count so far is 7 moose, over 50 buffalo, a herd of caribou, a snow hare, and wild horses. Thankfully the wildlife have been on the side of the road and close enough to take pics but far enough away to be safe.
The best part is seeing God's beauty.
Thank you for the prayers and will post in a few days.
Blessings!
What a trip!!!
Thank you all for the prayers. We definitely felt them and they were greatly needed. We are 1200 miles into our 3,030 mile trek. Our first day was good, and our second day, well God was with us. We entered a blizzard in the middle of the Rocky Mountains and literally almost drove off the cliff. God sent us a semi and lead us out of the storm. We referred to it as God leading Moses out of Egypt. Once we get to our final destination of Wisconsin I will write more about the storm and our trip.
Overall, we are loving our trip and have seen much wildlife. Our count so far is 7 moose, over 50 buffalo, a herd of caribou, a snow hare, and wild horses. Thankfully the wildlife have been on the side of the road and close enough to take pics but far enough away to be safe.
The best part is seeing God's beauty.
Thank you for the prayers and will post in a few days.
Blessings!
08 January 2012
The Trek Begins
The hugs have been received.
The prayers are being said.
The truck is being packed.
The kids are sleepy and parents too.
It has been snowing since yesterday morning.
The trek begins.
Today we begin our 3,030 mile trek across North America.
Today we begin our new path that God is setting us on.
We do not know what to expect, but we have faith that God will get us through.
Our trip should take about a week.
Will you please pray for us?
The journey will take us into the territory of very little, through mountain passes, and a separation of 300 miles between each town.
God will get us through.
"Don't worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done." Philippians 4:6
I wanted to write posts and schedule them throughout the week, but unfortunately I did not. So next time you see a TFN post, we will have arrived safely in the lower 48.
Until then my neighbors; blessings to you all!
The prayers are being said.
The truck is being packed.
The kids are sleepy and parents too.
It has been snowing since yesterday morning.
The trek begins.
Today we begin our 3,030 mile trek across North America.
Today we begin our new path that God is setting us on.
We do not know what to expect, but we have faith that God will get us through.
Our trip should take about a week.
Will you please pray for us?
The journey will take us into the territory of very little, through mountain passes, and a separation of 300 miles between each town.
God will get us through.
"Don't worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done." Philippians 4:6
I wanted to write posts and schedule them throughout the week, but unfortunately I did not. So next time you see a TFN post, we will have arrived safely in the lower 48.
Until then my neighbors; blessings to you all!
06 January 2012
No Coincidences With God
Today we have hugged and said our goodbyes to close friends. Tonight we do the same with another family. Tomorrow four more families. Army life is hard when it comes to leaving our friends, especially those who are considered family.
We were to leave Tuesday of next week, but there has been a change, and we are now leaving this Sunday. This PCS has definitely kept us on our toes. We keep changing dates and God changes the duty station. No matter what has been thrown at us, God keeps us moving. He continues to show us a little of His plan each time.
Two days ago the hubby and I were in the lobby speaking with another Christian, and we were telling him that we are feeling that missionary work is in our future. We already have an area of ministry that we would like to work in, and we feel God placing it on both our hearts. The gentleman went on to tell us that he knew the perfect person to contact in this area of ministry. Later that evening I received an email with the contact information.
Some may say that was a coincidence, meeting with the gentleman in the lobby, but I say "I think not!" God placed that gentleman in the lobby for a couple of reasons. One was because the hubby need a piece of paper signed and the other was the contact information. Nothing is a coincidence when it comes to God.
Nothing is a coincidence. This morning I opened my email and read KLove's encouraging word. Can you guess what it was? Proverbs 3:6. Coincidence? I think not! He is showing us pieces of His plan.
As long as we keep our hearts and eyes on Him, He will reveal the whole plan in His time.
What has God shown you lately?
We were to leave Tuesday of next week, but there has been a change, and we are now leaving this Sunday. This PCS has definitely kept us on our toes. We keep changing dates and God changes the duty station. No matter what has been thrown at us, God keeps us moving. He continues to show us a little of His plan each time.
Two days ago the hubby and I were in the lobby speaking with another Christian, and we were telling him that we are feeling that missionary work is in our future. We already have an area of ministry that we would like to work in, and we feel God placing it on both our hearts. The gentleman went on to tell us that he knew the perfect person to contact in this area of ministry. Later that evening I received an email with the contact information.
Some may say that was a coincidence, meeting with the gentleman in the lobby, but I say "I think not!" God placed that gentleman in the lobby for a couple of reasons. One was because the hubby need a piece of paper signed and the other was the contact information. Nothing is a coincidence when it comes to God.
Nothing is a coincidence. This morning I opened my email and read KLove's encouraging word. Can you guess what it was? Proverbs 3:6. Coincidence? I think not! He is showing us pieces of His plan.
As long as we keep our hearts and eyes on Him, He will reveal the whole plan in His time.
What has God shown you lately?
05 January 2012
He Is Directing Our Path
The excitement has set in since December 13th when we found out that we were going to be stationed back in my home state of Minnesota.
Plans have been made.
House hunting had begun.
The field trip opportunities for school had been researched.
Two hours away from family.
Target would be right around the corner.
IKEA.
We were finally heading home.
Then....
Plans have been made.
House hunting had begun.
The field trip opportunities for school had been researched.
Two hours away from family.
Target would be right around the corner.
IKEA.
We were finally heading home.
Then....
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