Thursday, July 16, 2009

What day is it?

Seriously, does anyone know what day it is?? I am noticing that with both Phil and I home full-time there is nothing to mark the passing of time. The days tend to blend together. It's been a progression actually. Back before Rose was born when I was still working for money, I really looked forward to weekends as a time to kick back, relax and not have much of anything to do. Work wasn't really fun but I got things done. Projects that I checked off my to-do list stayed done.

Then Rose was born and I started staying home full-time. What a big adjustment. Weekends were suddenly less exciting because they weren't that different from weekdays. Things I got done got undone really easily. The work was a LOT harder but I loved it so much more than any job I'd ever had in the past.

Now that Phil is home full-time I have no way to mark that it's a weekend. He is always home. It's definitely been an adjustment.

There is nothing new to report on the job front. Unemployment is still processing our claim so we don't have any income on a regular basis. But God has been so good about providing for us. We've had friends invite us out for lunch or over to their house for dinner. We've had unexpected checks arrive in the mail along with a bill we wouldn't have otherwise been able to pay. The kids have been terrific about not begging for new toys, trips to McDonalds, etc. I'm so proud of them for the way they're handling this!!

Don't get me wrong - Phil and I are still worried about how we're gonna pay the bills next month. The future is so uncertain and stressful for us, not knowing how we're gonna put food on the table or pay the mortgage, not knowing if we'll be living here or somewhere else. But we're relying on God (or at least trying to). He has a plan and will provide for us. Worrying about next month won't change anything and certainly won't help.

2 comments:

~Isabel said...

I'm glad to see that you've posted about how your family is doing. I do understand about how as a Mommy, your days tend to 'run together'...

Know that we are keepin your family in our prayers, Amy...and as always, if you need me, please give me a call! (i still have your number, btw!)

Much love to you...

Deb said...

Praying for a job for Phil! Hopefully, despite the stress, you guys can enjoy the time together.