So people keep asking...and here is the scoop.
We moved out here so that Brandon could join the family business. So we could find a place to setttle that we could actually afford. So we could buy a house. Be near family. Put roots down...all that good stuff. However, that has been on hold because....wait for it.....we may be moving AGAIN...in a year, or so...we really don't know.
Here's the thing. There is a pretty good chance that the family business will move to Nashville in the next few months/year. Now, I would be fine with that...hello, its 2 degrees today and although I have never been to Tennesse in my life, from what I hear it doesn't get nearly as cold as FREEZING chicago and it is quite gorgeous from the pics I've seen and I will still be close enough to drive to see my sister...plus, who doesn't want to get to talk in a southern accent...hello- I will be adopting ya'll as soon as my feet hit Nashville soil...but the hard part is waiting.
We are hoping to have a very good idea in January when the move will happen or if it is even going to. See the thing is, I would be fine staying in Chicago too, (besides the cold) it is fine here....I just really want to know.
I am so ready to NOT be renting anymore and NOT move anymore. We are moving for the 4th time in 4 years in a few weeks and I am happy because we are getting our own place (we have been living with brandon's parents since sept), but I know this is a very temporary move which is hard because I know by the time I make this new place feel like home, I will be packing up my kitchen ONCE AGAIN...but I am hoping it will be the last one for a long time.
We are thankful that we will be able to buy a home, just as soon as we know WHERE we are going to be, thankful that we are first time buyers so we are in a pretty good position for the market these days and thankful that Brandon now has a steady job and despite the economy the company is doing well.
I hope I don't sound like a complainer...I really am grateful that we CAN even rent a nice, big house and that God has given me more blessing than I can count...I just am feeling the itch to really invest in something that is OURS as opposed to living in a white wall home (all white guys--- and I am not allowed to paint..ideas, please????!!!) and being able to put money into something that doesn't feel like a big black hole...that is kinda how I feel about renting these days :)
Anyways, we are all healthy, thankful, counting the days until I can be with my WHOLE family in Indiana for Christmas next week and just feeling amazing about being able to celebrate our Saviors birth. And it really does feel a lot like Christmas here in Chicago with all the snow...which I actually enjoy!:) So that's life in a little tiny nutshell..we are in wait mode...
Lord willing I will have more news come January...Stay tuned :)
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Thanks for sharing Cait! I hope you hear soon! I'm happy with either because they are closer to where we are eventually going to be (hopefully). They are both equally far too--I like TN better--not near as cold and more homey feelings. I can't imagine moving so much! I hate packing up and then deciding where everything goes all over again!!!!!!!! I'm glad you are getting your own space though, even if you are still renting! I can't believe you can't paint! I would just use cute wall hangings (like the cute window I gave you with scrapbook paper or photos in it) and curtains and furniture to block it? :) I can't wait to hear where you guys will be and see YOUR OWN home someday! Love you!
p.s. can you still not post on my blog? cause I sure haven't heard from you! haha--just wanna check and see if it is still a problem!
Caitlin this is exciting and scary I am sure! You will love the feeling when you get to be 'home' and settled. Look forward to hearing how the Lord works this whole scenario out for your family. Would Brandon's family move too? Anyway, I have only been to TN 3 times but the people there are awesome!
Wow my friend. Lot's of things up in the air for you!! Isn't it nice that we don't have to worry about where we are supposed to be because the Lord already has it figured out? But that still doesn't mean that we won't worry because after all we are human. I will be praying for answers and for you to finally get settled somewhere! I love you friend!! HOpe you had a great Christmas with your family! ERin said that Indiana had a lot of snow too! So hope it was a beautifully white Christmas!!
The waiting game is always difficult, espicially for us mommies who love our homes and want to make it a special place for our families. We pray the Lord will grant you deffinate answers very soon. All white walls, colorful curtains on windows help! good luck that is a tough one.
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