Goodbyes, Hellos, and New Chapters

I am writing this post with a steamy cup of coffee next to me, classical music in my headphones, and rain drizzling against the window (I know, I am a grandma) and I can’t help but have bittersweet feelings. Landon and I officially moved out of our old place (our two year home) and said goodbye to countless memories and moments shared there. After we left, I felt a sense of loss and although I have great expectations for this new chapter that God has in store for us, I still have bittersweet feelings toward moving. Change is hard. Leaving is hard. And although we are only about 20 minutes or so away from our old place, I know it will take time for this area to feel like home. Right now, home is still where my running routes are, Benaiah’s first steps were taken, and were we built memories and shared moments. And yet, through all of these glimpses back, I know that home is wherever I am with Landon and Benaiah. And I know that we can make anywhere – home. And with that, I am eager and excited to see what God has in store for this new chapter. I know it will be a season of growth and learning as we seek His will for our lives here, where He has called us.

Landon and I spent last week packing up, boxing our belongings, and making random Goodwill donation trips. On Wednesday evening friends and family came to help us load the truck and we enjoyed hanging out over snacks and Chinese takeout. Tuesday evening, I had a slight (i.e. major) moments of anxiety, feeling so overwhelmed with all that needed to happen. Thankfully, thanks to God’s grace and lots of friends and family, we were able to get officially and fully moved within 24 hours – start to finish. It really was a blessing and having so much help from others made us feel so loved.

Just because we are crazy people, Landon, Benaiah, and I left Friday afternoon (the day after we moved in) for our church’s camping trip and spent a couple glorious days enjoying time with friends around the campfire. (Look out for a recap post coming soon.)

We’ve now finally settled into the new space, finished about 90% of the unpacking and now we are getting ready for some upcoming projects (painting here we come!) We are loving our new space and although we have a decent size list of updates we want to make to it, it is beginning to feel more like home with each passing day. And through it all, I’ve seen the faithfulness of Jesus and His goodness and His love and care for His children. And while change is hard sometimes and the future is never certain, I know who holds it and that gives me courage and joy.

(Blurry last photo in our old home, above)…

If you’ve been wondering why I’ve been a little MIA lately. this is why. I wanted to take some time to process the change with Landon and those who know me best and take some time to unplug in the midst of the chaos. Now that I’m back, I’m hungry and eager to get back to blogging consistently, connecting with you all, and coaching my athletes with all my heart.

I love you all and am so thankful for your support! Here’s to new adventures and change and growth and goals. Here’s to the rest of 2018.