Well, it's time to update everyone on the Curtis situation. It is really so unbelievable, that I'm hoping you can believe how amazing it is and how generous God has been to us.
After a wonderful stay with Herman (Liv calls him "FurMan" the cat) in his home, we packed up and moved over to Langhorne Rd. I'm not sure that I want to use names on here, but Mr and Mrs T gave us an offer we couldn't refuse. They are empty-nesters who use their home to glorify God. They moved themselves downstairs, giving us the second floor (and privacy!). We've been able to unpack and feel settled in for awhile. (And it WILL be awhile. Work on our house hasn't even started yet as the insurance adjuster and contractors try to reach agreements.) They have fun things to do in the basement (Owen has discovered air hockey.) and a beautifully landscaped back yard with a pool. Truly, it is better than I could have imagined. . . and for these reasons:
1) Privacy and a sense of being on our own. . . when we need it
2) HELP! Now I have help for when this baby decides to come. Owen, Rhyle, and Livia will be well taken care of. They have a great time with Mr and Mrs T, and I will have peace of mind. It's not even a back up plan; it's just THE plan. =)
3) Ease of mind. Just one day after being here, I felt myself relaxing and praising God for the rest I was receiving and the lightness of soul. . . just to know where we were going to be and to be able to move forward in preparations for the baby. We don't know how long we will stay, but are overwhelmed by the graciousness of the Ts. Their godly counsel and prayers for our family have availed much. It is a priviledge to be here. Open communication makes living with Mr and Mrs T really straightforward, and frees me from wondering all the time about what we should be doing and when and how.
Did I mention that we had a date night? And I'm able to sit here and blog, to practice piano for worship on Sunday, and to work on other loose ends because Mrs T has the kids out for a fun morning. (That probably also means that they will have good rests, too!).
Words fails me. Just know that if you were concerned for our family, that God has provided abundantly. We have many other offers from church family for meals and assistance and lodging when we need. Not only has God supplied our every need, but He has done so in a way that is incredibly blessing. The house will eventually be finished. The baby will be born here, soon. We are still up for visitors, too. And in the meantime, we are speechless with thanksgiving.
Praise His Holy Name!
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