except for it's a little chaotic.
i've always liked this song but it seems particularly applicable these days. doesnt everyone go through a time in their life when this song makes sense? ha. :)
anyway, a year ago we moved into the perfect little place for us. sure, the neighbors were a bit noisy and ghetto, but the place was awesome. perfect size, great style, terrific landlords, dreamy stainless steel kitchen appliances...etc. and things looked bright for our little family. we were working, making a good living and out on our own as our own little family unit. now, as with many other families across america, we find ourselves having to redefine our goals, be flexible with our dreams and move on to a new plan that makes sense for the reality that is right now. i know that things will get better and so we are picking up the pieces and moving on- back to laie in fact (it could be worse right?). for those that dont already know, my in-laws have retired and are going on a three month mainland road trip and we get to house sit. when they get back, the apartment on top of their house that we used to live in is being renovated from a studio to a two-bedroom and we are delighted to be their first tenants. plans are still being made, but it looks pretty final.
i am relieved that we have such an attractive plan b to fall back on. i am a little sad that we needed a plan b to fall back on in the first place. it is hard to have a bright, happy, successful future in front of you and have it kinda snatched up, but we are working on licensing and moving forward. things will be bright and happy again- they are just a little murky for now. i'm proud of thomas for persevering and keeping his chin up even when it would be easy to quit. i dont think i would be strong enough to stick with it. he's a good man.
so, that among many other things is what's going on. our little house is partially moved and we are in transition. i feel a little shaky but it's a good life lesson. dont get too comfortable and stuck in your ways. things could change and you need to be ready to change with it. we are grateful that in spite of things falling apart- they seem to be coming together in a way we would have never thought of otherwise.
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Sorry to here of the struggles, but SO glad the Lord is watching over you and providing you with a GREAT plan for your needs. Good luck with all the moving, etc. I can personally say I understand the overwhelming part of it all, while being six months pregnant. Don't overdo yourself! Don't want this little boy to come too soon. That's what I keep hearing from everyone I meet, so thought I would pass it on (minus the little boy part on our end, since we don't know what gender it is). Good luck guys, our prayers are with you that this really will be a great thing for you guys.
good luck to you and yours Stef. Your plan B sounds wonderful though, and great that your in laws can be there to help with the your new baby.
We've been going through a similar thing since graduating school in Portland and moving back to California. Things didn't work out as we had planned. We were thrown for a little loop, but now things seem to settling better than originally expected. It's great to know that Heavenly Father watches out for us and has a plan for us. All is well with us and it will be with you.
Such a good reminder that we are lucky that plan b comes along and to be prepared for it. Thanks for the optimism.
guess you gotta just roll with the punches, huh?
it is really nice that you have a plan b that will suit you. like you said, no one ever wants to have to actually fall back on their plan b, but yours isn't too bad (although living next to in-laws is less than desireable!).
we love you robertsons. i really missed reading posts from you and was getting a little worried things were not going well. so i am glad to hear you are alright amidst the chaos!
so eloquently said, steph. yep, plan b sounds lovely. at least you have nice sidewalks to walk on in laie versus the (wild-dog-roamed) streets in hauula. and you get the whole house to yourselves for three months. very nice. you haven't posted in a while, i got worried you might have gotten my bug, but seeing you at the playground the other day confirmed you all are healthy and happy as ever. we are rolling with it ourselves, trying to be optimistic. ring me up if you need help moving, seriously. tell me where and when and i'll be there.
I really like the sentiment in that top picture there- even though there is a hint of sadness- there is something so clearly endearing about it. I like this song too. I'm sorry you have to move. You sound like you are really doing a good job of staying positive. I wouldn't be living with my parents if it weren't for this economy- but there are positive things about where I am. I had this realization the other day that at some point we might not remember what it was like when the economy wasn't bad- that sort of stuff happens- we become so accoustomed to something it's like we can't envision it any different- like trying to envision the world without telephones or something- I like to pick random things sometimes and try to envision how my life would be different without it- history is fascinating in that way. Anyway- I know this is a tangent- I'm enjoying it- but if you're wondering about my point I don't really have one- I guess I just think it might be a long time of bad economy- no one really knows do they... again- don't have a point. Thanks for all your comments Steph (mind if I call ya Steph?).
i for one am just so excited that you're only moving to laie and not some far off land like utah, idaho, washington, narnia, etc.
i love your ability to stay positive ... it's hard when plan b become THE plan and i really think you're handling it all well.
I'm sorry you have to have a plan B but it sounds like a pretty good one! I'm sedning good vibes your way!
I can always count on you to be positive Steph. I am glad your plan b will not take you too far away from where you are. At least you know that right now there are lots of families that are dealing with the same types of changes, so there are plenty of people to commiserate with. It is comforting to know that Heavenly Father is mindful of us and he knows all about our setbacks and plan Bs.
I can always count on you to be positive Steph. I am glad your plan b will not take you too far away from where you are. At least you know that right now there are lots of families that are dealing with the same types of changes, so there are plenty of people to commiserate with. It is comforting to know that Heavenly Father is mindful of us and he knows all about our setbacks and plan Bs.
Steph I've missed you and Ambrose in my google reader every morning. Hang in there my friend. We;re thinking of you guys! And make sure they put in A/C when they do the remodel upstairs.
What a great song. It always kind of sucks when something that seems so perfect has to be re-defined. Keep smiling though!
the good news is that you seem to have learned that picking an attitude is so much more important than having ideal circumstances. that is something i am constantly working on, and i am certainly learning from you.
i have to admit that though i never saw your old apartment, i am excited to see pics of the newly renovated version!
hi! i love this song.
here's the thing- from my limited interaction with thomas, i know he's a dang good social worker. although there is a lull here in the trail you were on, there are very good things coming... a male msw, a male lcsw will always be competitive. the right thing will come along...and moving into a cheap living arrangement is dreamy!
-patria
I always liked Laie better anyway. And you can still run to Hau'ula if you miss it! I think your new arrangement sounds great. I can't wait to see the apt. transformed into a 2-bdrm. "It's good to have a plan, even if it changes." Good thing you have a plan! Keep going, you have so many blessings.
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