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Wow I haven't posted in 5 weeks. Well lets see. So much has happened that's why. As you know I'm pregnant. 8wks and 3 days now. Yipee. I'm slowly inching towards the 12 weeks home free date. Then much less worry. Of course now we're struggling with Jerrod looking for a Job. I'm a fim believer that you get a job right away no matter how much you like it or not you have job while you're searching for that permanent job. There is no off time for me. But Jerrod's been looking for that Job while he's got a month of Pay from the Army. Well He's not getting very far. Good jobs just really don't exist for people to just fall into. You have to know how to get in them here. So he's doing that but then it takes many weeks to get hired. I'm worried more for the insurance point of view. We loose our full army coverage. I really don't want to pay tons of money for coverage cause we just can't afford it, but we can't afford not to either. So Jerrod has the option of Joining the Army Reserve and paying 300 a month for full coverage like we have right now, plus a 10,000 signing bonus which would be nice to keep us going till he can get a job. But he's not sure what to do yet. So we're still praying and listening and trying to Follow God's will. It's just a big dead time. Meanwhile I'm becoming close friends with the toilet and my small blue vomit trashcan. And the girl I babysat just gave me a sinus infection to boot. Wahoo. Lets add a runny nose and sore throat. But I was able to keep down one meal today. So I'm pretty optimistic for tonight. Maybe I'll get a few hours of sleep. Well if you don't hear from me for 5 more weeks I'm ok... Hopefully by then I'll be through with the morning sickness. Ugh
August 1st, 2007
June 21st, 2007
Yay as of Wednesday morning Jerrod no longer has to go to PT on Sabbath. It was hard for awhile cause the chaplain we were finally sent to sorta sided with the NCOs. He was talking about how they would say since Jerrod didn't meet the requirements that they didn't have to Cater to his religious needs. And Jerrod told him that he would rather get and article 15 (bad thing) and a dishonnorable dishcharge than break the sabbath. Well a few hours later he called to apologize for being mean and for not knowing the rules. he'd talked to the Head Chaplain of the Base and was corrected and told they had to let him off. So Jerrod is smiling again and will finally be able to get through Sabbath without people cussing him out before church! Yay.
June 12th, 2007
So Jerrod finally got ahold of Chaplain Broome of the Pentagon. He recomended a chaplain here and said to let them know he sent Jerrod. Then if that doesn't work then HE'll get involved. So it's looking like things will get resolved one way or another. However, the NCO ( Non commissioned officer) in charge of special Pop PT (special population (fat guys) physical training) said he talked to some people in the know and they said that religious people are catered to unless it interferes with the mission ( the mission should mean like manditory training to go to war and stuff not this) and he said Jerrod's mission is to lose weight. Now keep in mind Jerrod was like .08% over the limit. So seriously how is that such a big deal. He's had trouble losing the weight because he's always been heavy and it takes like super aerobics and eating like 50 calories a day for him to lose it. So he's pretty much given up on losing the weight because he's not that heavy and he's in very good physical shape so who really cares (the ARMY! even though they're trying to get him to reinlist anyway). It's so stupid. Oh well. 2 more months of it and bye bye losers. In the meantime Hopefully Jerrod can help pave the way for any other brave SDA soldier who's put in that situation by these guys again. Keep praying!!!
hopefulJune 9th, 2007
Our sermon today was about Hope. Now that was something we love to hear about but more useful to us was the bible verse used to begin the sermon. 1 Timothy 4:10-16.
10 For therefore we both labour and suffer reproach, because we trust in the living God, who is the Saviour of all men, specially of those that believe.
11 These things command and teach.
12 Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example of the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in purity.
13 Till I come, give attendance to reading, to exhortation, to doctrine.
14 Neglect not the gift that is in thee, which was given thee by prophecy, with the laying on of the hands of the presbytery.
15 Meditate upon these things; give thyself wholly to them; that thy profiting may appear to all.
16 Take heed unto thyself, and unto the doctrine; continue in them: for in doing this thou shalt both save thyself, and them that hear thee.
Of course they read 9 and 10 but I felt impressed to keep reading and 10 stood out because Jerrod was suffering reproach from his higher ups for following God's word. And then 16 really stood out. Because though he's going through all of this his example may in some way help to lead another to the truth. But it really encouraged us. It's so wonderful that God comforts us at just the right moments.
10 For therefore we both labour and suffer reproach, because we trust in the living God, who is the Saviour of all men, specially of those that believe.
11 These things command and teach.
12 Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example of the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in purity.
13 Till I come, give attendance to reading, to exhortation, to doctrine.
14 Neglect not the gift that is in thee, which was given thee by prophecy, with the laying on of the hands of the presbytery.
15 Meditate upon these things; give thyself wholly to them; that thy profiting may appear to all.
16 Take heed unto thyself, and unto the doctrine; continue in them: for in doing this thou shalt both save thyself, and them that hear thee.
Of course they read 9 and 10 but I felt impressed to keep reading and 10 stood out because Jerrod was suffering reproach from his higher ups for following God's word. And then 16 really stood out. Because though he's going through all of this his example may in some way help to lead another to the truth. But it really encouraged us. It's so wonderful that God comforts us at just the right moments.
Last night Lisa headed towards my mother who was heading this way. Well her car had broken down last week and then yesterday suddenly began working. We begged her to take our car instead but she insisted and made it about 40 miles away before her car broke down again. Then Jerrod went to go get her and continue the trip and his car broke down about 5 miles out of town. Funny huh? Either car wouldn't have made the trip. So our towing brought our car back, but Lisa's towing only covers hookup and 3 miles... Laaaame. So my mom just made the whole trip here and tried to use her towing, but they couldn't find anyone to tow the car on a Friday night. O k? We had no problems. Well my mom had to call her roadside again today so she had to stay for church here instead of going at home. So now they are out trying to get it towed again so mom can go home. And we hare stuck with one working vehicle that guzzles gas like crazy. And Please pray for Jerrod. He's been having trouble convincing the unit he's with that he doesnt' ahve to do un-necessary work on the Sabbath. He's willing to come in and do duty that needs to be done but they are forcing him to come in on Sabbath morning for physical training because he's over weight. THey are trying to force him to participate. He can be arrested if he doesnt' show up but they can't arrest him for not participating. And the guy in charge of it let him get out of doing the stuff. Meanwhile he's been working up the chain of command trying to get out of it all. So far he's up to a Chaplain. And we're trying to get ahold of a chaplain who was the head chaplain of Fort Sill before he was transferred. He's an Adventist and is now the head chaplain at the Pentagon. So we know him well enough if we can get ahold of him Jerrod should have no problems with anybody trying to force him to work on Sabbath, because he out ranks them all. So that would be a big help. But we only have an out of date e-mail address. So. it's frusterating. Pour Jerrod. He spent all morning getting cussed at and having to say "Yes SGT" "No SGT" "the bible says ...." "no it doesnt' say..." and this guy is supposed to be a christian? as well as the fact that he was wearing a cross the whole time he was flipping out and cursing at him. Jerrod said it just reminded him of why he was taking all the abuse. But please keep him in your prayers.
frustratedSo money's been really tight since we bought the house and have been trying to help keep my sister on her feet. That part seems to be failing because she doesn't seem to manage money well, but atleast we can keep a roof over her and the girls head and be there for support. Well for awhile (since Jerrod's getting out of the army in august) I've been considering getting a job to help us get through until he can get enough work to support us. He's been "trying" but it's hard to find a job with no college months in advance. We've left it in God's hands so far and will continue to do so. I had always figured once I got married I wouldn't work atleast until our children left home. Though it's almost been 3 years and we still have no children. That is why I was considering getting a job. However, I wanted to follow God's will. So I spent the night praying. I prayed that I would here from a Friend, who's children I agreed to watch this next year while her husband goes to Korea if she decided to stay in town. That would interfere with me being able to work another job since she's a nurse and woudl have irregular work days and long hours. So I left it in God's hands as always. And that very next day (thursday) I thought I would go to the Hampton Inn here in Lawton and see about a part time or fill in job. So I went to clean the church and was extremely tired and decided to put off getting an application till I heard from Wendy (my friend). Well a few hours later while I was watching my neices, Wendy called and asked if she could come by. Long story short she has decided to stay here in Lawton until she feels God leading her to go up to stay with her family. So I'll be watching her 2 kids 6yrs & 9yrs for 4 days a week until further notice. This is good. Great in fact. It gives me the freedom I have come to love and pays well enough to keep us from going into any kind of debt. This came at a wonderful time. I start the 14th. On top of that our A/C in the living room (the biggest room in our house) went out just before the heat hit. Well my mom was headed down here yesterday anyway and they have a spare one that's the right size so yay! We're gonna be nice and cool soon as we install it. Yay blsessings all around.
June 3rd, 2007
When we bought Jerrod's car, one of the little window washer squirter thingy's on the top of his hood was missing. It's just a small black clip on peice that aims the spray. So we've made due without it and had the spray going every which way. Well last week when I was washing the car (only the 3rd time since we bought it) I sprayed the windshield and out from under the hood flies this black peice that we've been missing. Well, I figured I'd just pick it up when i finished washing the car (long story short I didn't ). So then next day when I was on base (which is where I washed the car), I decided to swing by and look. So I prayed a little prayer with semi complete faith it'd be right where I left it in front of the second wash bay. So I stopped and got out and looked around. I was surprised by the amount of tiny black plastic peices littering the ground. But after much searching I didn't find it. I was so sad. Because I had been so sure it would be there. So I drove away slowly trying to think where it might have blown to... and then about 20' away in the parking area I saw a black speck... so I drove by and looked. It looked liked it, and i got out and sure enough there was the little black thing. I wish I knew a good name for it. Praise God for small miracles that teach us to trust and believe and keep trying and to let God answer prayers in his own way.
May 22nd, 2007
Why is it when we get through the stress at home, Church stress comes into play. I'm not sleeping again on night three of this wide awake mind marathon. And poor Jerrod's caught it. He had a bad day. (pray for us) Lots of stress at work and now more from our church family. That part should be the easiest.
But on a good note I did get my house clean. Pretty much. But it totally kicked my butt muscles. They are sore from going up and down the stairs a million times. Burn calories burn.
But on a good note I did get my house clean. Pretty much. But it totally kicked my butt muscles. They are sore from going up and down the stairs a million times. Burn calories burn.
stressedMay 21st, 2007
I'm sitting here wondering why it is I get stressed out over nothing. Yesterday was clean-up day. My sis and I cleaned the Church and Jerrod watched my neices while we were gone. I'd given him a list of things that needed done (things like mow the yard and pick up his army gear that's everywhere) Of course nothing really got done cause we took longer at the Church than expected (Lisa is super slow cause she's new) and I came home and was beat. It seems like spending time with my sister and the two girls wears me out no matter what we go to do. So he helped put boxes in the attic and watched me sort through junk in the office. And then we went to bed... well he did. i was too tired but my mind was going crazy. Then this morning my Grandpa called and he'll be here to visit Wednesday (he's not one for giving notice). I was expecting him more towards the 30th. Oh well. So I have to clean the house (meaning remove as many unpacked boxes to the attic as possible). Then i have to clean our room and bathroom and the one upstairs, as well as the guest bedroom/office. Just in case he can't make it up the stairs easily and has to sleep in our bed. I wish i knew. I meant to ask. Oh well I will tomorrow. I'm hoping the stairs won't be a too bad for him to go up just to sleep upstairs. Cause poor Jerrod will have to take the cot. There's no way I'm giving up the air mattress if we have to sleep up there. So anyway.. I've been running around today doing laundry (which took 4 hours) with my sister and then trying to get a start on tomorrows labour, all the while thinking how much i really wish Jerrod had finished his list so I wouldn't have to do it all in addition to the other stuff. But he works hard most of the time and I know when he comes home the last thing he wants to do is hard labour. Besides isn't that what housewives are for? jk. but seriously. I am doing better in this house. Keeping an already clean house up is much easier than starting out in a rundown house with smashed bugs and nicotine stained ceilings, and so much dirt in the carpet you could build a sand box. So I guess I'll count my Blessings and relax tonight, cause tomorrow will be one tiring day..
May 20th, 2007
Hmm. well this one can apply to life or to this Live Journal. It took me a while to get myspace down... So I'm sure it will take awhile for this too.
I'm up late tonight goofing off. Playing Sims (my addiction).. I guess it's cool cause for some reason making little tv people do the dishes and cook makes me feel more motivated to clean my own house... Well... not tonight. Too late. Yes I'm one of those people who gets drowsy at 8:30, and is ready to say goodnight at 9. I like it though. I did my time working two jobs one night and one day. well technically three jobs but two were at the same hotel. So I'd do night audit all night. Go home sleep 2 hours (seriously) then get up and work from 10-4 then, then sleep till 10pm and do it all again. I literally worked 7 days a week. Cause I worked till Sundown friday night and then after sundown Saturday nights. Man was I thankful for Sabbath when it rolled around. But the funny thing was, I really had a hard time settling down for that 24 hour period. Funny. You'd think that I would have enjoyed it more. Now's kind of the same. I feel tired by Friday night but have a hard time just resting. Maybe i'm not quite to the napping age. My husband crashes shortly after potluck and I lay next to him till he falls asleep then get up and Listen to kids bible stories or something... Hmm I think i hang around babies too much. Ok so i'm really letting my mind wander. I can't even remember where I planned to go with this. Oh well. It's 11 and I'm thinking that I'm super sleepy. So I'll just go do a million things and then really go to bed. Nite all
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