It's December

Feeling discouraged.  Not hopeless or faithless, but definitely discouraged.  Not even an interview in over two months now.  Nate said he's not shaving until he gets one, ha!  He's never had facial hair this long, and I actually love it!  But, I'd still rather have a job.

Trying to stay positive and focused on our blessings.  We are just starting to feel constant stress, though.  We are SO grateful for our life in Salem right now, but we are SO ready for our own space and life again.

Over the weekend, we went to a running party to honor Wan with his check for Boston.  It was SO GOOD to see those people again!  I can't believe how much I've missed being around them.  That has been a big void in my life, and I need them now more than ever!  Nate met me there after work, and we just laughed and laughed.  It was a great few hours of no stress and lots of good food, hilarity and visiting.  Elsha was there, so Nate got to meet her.  Joshua chased my kids around and got lots of Claire loves.  Joycelyn and Nate were able to talk triathlons, and Wan boosted me up with his endless faith and spirit he carries with him.

Christmas will be fun.  The kids are excited!  I can't believe Claire is almost a Sunbeam!

That's it for now.  Check out instagram for pics.  :)

I hope you are all having a wonderful holiday season!