Update

Well I can finally give an update. The last few weeks have been filled to the brim with work, I couldn't maintain my 1 post a week commitment. Not to mention I didn't want to keep talking about my job situation, but now I have a positive update in that direction. I was just hired on to PA Counseling Services, this means I will be working with children and youth on various issues in school and at home. I was told the primary group I will be working with are children with Autism. I am excited, scared, and happy all at the same time. I will need continued prayers as I embark on this new journey.

Besides this my wife starts back to work next week and we are trying to figure out a babysitting routine for my daughter. We are making enough to just make our bills with about 15 dollars +/- to spare so paying for childcare is not a high option. That is also paying our bills without paying student loans which I will have to defer due to being dirt poor.

Well anyway I hope to be back in the rhythm of posting every week starting this week.

Comments

Art said…
Man, I had wondered what happened to you. Congrats on the job.
1:45 PM
wes said…
Yeah, I've been around though reading blogs, but I haven't had time to post. I did find your last car post humorous. Hopefully I will be able to post comments soon (as time frees up)
2:08 PM
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