Things don't always go as we plan.
Things can change when you least expect it.
But...that's ok. Be open-minded and roll with it.
At the beginning of this summer, never would I have imagined that by the end of this summer I would be living in a different state. It's crazy how some things work out. And, what's funny is...the reasons that make this change feel right are constantly changing too.
I feel that it isn't just one thing or person that will be impacted, it's everyone. All of our lives will be altered and affected. I know in my heart that it's for the better. I've seen it already.
What has made Mike and I realize that this decision is right...is how all the pieces have been falling into place.
This is how it all started...
In June, we took a family road trip heading to Kansas City first to visit my family and then to Texas to visit Mike's family and then back home...a two week trip. Sydney left earlier with my parents and had a longer stay in KC. When we arrived in KC, we all had lots of fun with the family as usual. One thing that Mike and I noticed in particular, was how much Sydney LOVED being there and fit right into the farm life that is part of my families lifestyle. We have been searching for something that really gets Sydney excited, and have struck out repeatedly with everything so far. When we saw her there...we knew this was it. At first, Mike and I were holding back and didn't communicate with each other of what we both had witnessed. It was fear of throwing out an idea that wouldn't be appealing to the other, and possibly making a move the other wouldn't be on board with. But...things have a way of coming out when it's necessary. This time it was the kids that brought everything out in the open. They ALL expressed that they wanted to move to KC. Mike and I looked at each other in amazement...which then opened up the discussion. This is what got us to even start entertaining the idea.
We didn't make any firm decisions right away. We wanted to see how they felt after the trip was over and after all the excitement had wore off. And then we saw, that even after being home, their minds didn't change. But still...it's a huge move that would affect our family tremendously. It was nothing to be taken lightly.
After talking it through...seriously...and making sure with the kids that this is something they would want, we started taking the next steps. This is where everything has been falling into place...it has been laid out for us...we have been given all the things that we need to make this happen. And...quickly too. Our original plan was next summer, but apparently there is another plan for us.
Right away, Mike looked at possibilities for transferring with his job. He was amazed that there were 2 opportunities, so he looked into each one. One position was with a woman with whom he had worked closely with before and he had a great rapport with. Also known as a "sure in" for him transferring within the company. After a couple of weeks of talking to management from both openings, he accepted an offer and got the transfer. It's a lateral move with no cut in pay and he will travel less! SCORE!!
Next step...a house. Do we rent?? Do we buy?? We were back and forth with this. After weighing the pros and cons of each and looking into the financial aspects of both, we decided that buying would be best. And...again, we were blessed with the right option coming into our path...a darn near perfect home and close to family. The house has the perfect set up for our kids' bedrooms, a nice office for Mike, a big basement that's great for play, the main living space is open with lots of windows, the property is on 2.4 acres. I mean, really...this house was meant to be. It has everything we hoped for. There are minor complaints, but those are hardly worth mentioning.
We just keep pinching ourselves and are amazed at how things have worked out and how this path has been laid out for us. We couldn't deny the signs that this is what was intended for our family. And we had no idea that this was the plan for our future. But...looking back over the last few years, Mike and I have both realized that there were things back then, that was starting this path for us. But, we had NO idea of it at the time.
So, even though this change is very scary for me, I know it's right.
There are SO many wonderful people that I have become dear friends with over the years, that will be SO hard to leave. My life has been full of love and good times with these great friends and I will miss not being able to see them!
Not to mention our family that we will be leaving also. It will be so weird and very sad not being around them all the time and sharing everything that goes on with our family. I try not to think of it too often, so I won't cry. I just look forward to the visits in the future to spend time together again.
This is a new lifestyle for me. It is one that I am excited to see what happens. I still have my weight loss goals in mind and I feel that this is the change that is needed for me to conquer it once and for all!!
Stay tuned...
I will continue to blog about my journey. The weight loss part of it has been lacking for quite some time. I haven't been too inspiring, but that will soon change. I will now have a farm to play at, horses I can ride, an amusement park to go to, a water park to be seen at...so many things that being 200 lbs overweight just won't make it fun for me. I want to live life to the fullest and enjoy every moment without the burden of my size. Can't wait.
