Our season of change
Our season of change:
I’ve tried many times before, but the words wouldn’t come out right so I never pushed published. It’s been almost a month and I felt it was about time that I gave an update on our family’s status. There’s been lots going on, mostly in my mind, but in the real world, too.
I’ve started giving my time to my church volunteering as a teacher’s assistant for catechism class (I finally learned to make time). I love working with the kids and getting a refresher on the scripture while I’m at it.
Nathan and Justin got their first colds of the season with mucous filled throats and noses.
We’ve decided to homeschool Nathan this year as a test run for the next several years (I’ve been spending many a nights researching on different methods of teaching, support groups, and learning materials).
We’re planning for Justin’s transition into the school district as a special ed student next year; the actual process begins in January. The emotions are overflowing; I never considered having to accept the label of special ed for my son; to me, he’s bright and amazing…not special ed.
Our lease is up in January, and we’re still deciding which school district we should live in for the sake of getting the most beneficial special education program for Justin (some more research and school visits to be done within the next month so that we can make our decision) all the while contemplating the benefits of homeschooling him.
Also, with the president declaring the H1N1 pandemic a national emergency doesn’t help the worry any.
Since I don’t drink, I’ve been washing away my sorrows in shows like FlashForward, Grey’s Anatomy, Dancing with the Stars, and sometimes Ugly Betty and Cougar Town.
Please pray for us as we embark on these new journeys of our life. In particular, please pray for my children and their health (especially with the H1N1 going around).
Thank you for checking in on our family :).
November 3rd, 2009 at 1:40 pm
You all will definitely be in my prayers! It sounds like a lot of new opportunities are in the works for your family. That can be challenging, but also rewarding.
I understand your H1N1 fear. Try not to let it consume you (ha, right?). I just hate that all of us heart moms have this extra (very heavy) worry on our hearts right now.
Praying for you guys! xo
November 5th, 2009 at 8:23 am
Just wanted to say we’re thinking of you. Our prayers are with you for health and happiness.
November 12th, 2009 at 11:25 am
Hi Jen-
I don’t think I’ve commented before but I wanted to let you know I’ve followed Justin’s story for a bit and wanted to introduce myself. My son, Luke, will be three in January and was born with a single ventricle. He’s had two of his three scheduled open-heart surgeries, with his next planned for the summer of 2010.
I have really appreciated your last posts, so much of what you wrote resonates with me and my heart right now. Those big questions, that heavy responsibilities, those big decisions … It can be overwhelming for sure. Which is why I’ve been trying to cling ever more lately to the Lord’s HUGE arms. So thank you for your honesty and for sharing your family’s story. It is so comforting to know other moms have the same swirling thoughts as me!
Praying for all our heart friends to stay free and clear from H1N1 this year. Luke has had his first dose and my hubby and I just got our shots last week. We will be glad to be through this winter!
God bless,
Jesse