There are so many things I've considered blogging about in the past few days. Politics, the current (somewhat sad) state of The Church, The Shack (no, I haven't finished it yet, get off my back!), the American economy. . . many interesting topics have crossed my mind. Perhaps it's because I'm in a bit of a crazy season right now, but I just couldn't muster up the energy to address any of the above. So today, I choose to write about current events as it relates to the Wolstenholm household.
Yesterday, Dave and I celebrated 6 years of marriage. We didn't do anything all that special. Just a quiet night out, shopping and eating without the little one. Please remind me to never again choose shopping for my anniversary date. Upon arrival at the mall, Dave said something like, "You going in Banana Republic? OK, I'll be somewhere else. Just call my cell when you are done." Incredibly romantic! We did end up later having a nice dinner and shopping together at Barnes and Noble. Ah, books. The thing that can bring any couple together!
Anyway, I digress. . . so back to our marriage. I think this year was especially reflective because all day I kept looking at Hope thinking, this life is a product of our marriage. This is what we have to celebrate this year.
Now I hope in years to come, our anniversary will be a time to celebrate me and Dave. . . that it won't have to be about our children. But this year, it seemed appropriate to dwell on the fact that Hope is a product of two people partnering together, enduring hardship and overcoming adversity in order to bring glory to the Father through something beautiful and living. It nearly took my breath away to think about our marriage in that regard. Even as I write this, I am gaining an even deeper understanding of this revelation and now my prayer is that He'll give us the grace to apply that truth to every area of our lives together. Our family, our friends, this unsteady and hurting world that we have got to reach out to!
I thank the Lord that He gives us marriage as a clear picture of His relationship with The Church. It's not always pretty, but it can create something beautiful if we, together, fight the good fight in faith.
Happy Anniversary Dave! I love you more and more every day!
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Tuesday, October 28, 2008
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
The Babymoon
Well that's what all the books and websites call it. Not sure it has all the same anticipation and emotion as a honeymoon, but it was fun and relaxing nonetheless. Dave and I headed to Atlanta this past weekend to grab one last little getaway before Hope arrives. We had a wonderful time exploring, relaxing, shopping. . .No real agenda, except to visit IKEA and the Rachel Ashwell Shabby Chic store (more on that later).
We had a few sweet moments of sharing about our thoughts on the upcoming arrival of our first child. You know men, it's hard enough to get them to share, let alone when life is about to change dramatically, forever. But Dave opened up a bit about his excitement and fears. I was so glad he did. We laughed a lot in the car because neither of us really knew where we were going most of the time. Dave has a very keen sense of direction but downtown Atlanta is pretty new to both of us. Although we found ourselves lost several times, we laughed because just when we knew we were lost, we stumbled upon the next place we wanted to go. . . without even trying.
Most of all, the weekend made me realize just what a great team we are. Sure, we have our moments. Neither one of us is perfect (I'm sure that's a news flash to all of you). But we have so much fun traveling together because we enjoy similar adventures (I use that word lightly) and activities. Now Dave will never want to shop quite as much as I will on a trip, but that's what makes Atlanta a great destination for us. If you bring IKEA and finding a good deal into the picture, we are both completely in our element.
Now back to the Shabby Chic store. . . how can something so old looking be so expensive? I'm not really sure. I will tell you this - I could have set up house right there in that small space and been happy as a lark the rest of my life. I just love, love, love everything they have in there (except the sea shells-apparently they are really in this season and I'm not sure why). It was great to find ideas and see how they had everything laid out but I won't be making a purchase any time soon. Paying $600 for a duvet cover is just not in my future so I suppose I'll have to get creative.
We had a few sweet moments of sharing about our thoughts on the upcoming arrival of our first child. You know men, it's hard enough to get them to share, let alone when life is about to change dramatically, forever. But Dave opened up a bit about his excitement and fears. I was so glad he did. We laughed a lot in the car because neither of us really knew where we were going most of the time. Dave has a very keen sense of direction but downtown Atlanta is pretty new to both of us. Although we found ourselves lost several times, we laughed because just when we knew we were lost, we stumbled upon the next place we wanted to go. . . without even trying.
Most of all, the weekend made me realize just what a great team we are. Sure, we have our moments. Neither one of us is perfect (I'm sure that's a news flash to all of you). But we have so much fun traveling together because we enjoy similar adventures (I use that word lightly) and activities. Now Dave will never want to shop quite as much as I will on a trip, but that's what makes Atlanta a great destination for us. If you bring IKEA and finding a good deal into the picture, we are both completely in our element.
Now back to the Shabby Chic store. . . how can something so old looking be so expensive? I'm not really sure. I will tell you this - I could have set up house right there in that small space and been happy as a lark the rest of my life. I just love, love, love everything they have in there (except the sea shells-apparently they are really in this season and I'm not sure why). It was great to find ideas and see how they had everything laid out but I won't be making a purchase any time soon. Paying $600 for a duvet cover is just not in my future so I suppose I'll have to get creative.
Monday, July 2, 2007
The Provision of the Lord
I can not even begin to express the fullness and joy that comes from the faithfulness of God. He is so good. No matter what we have to walk through, no matter what He requires. . .He will not leave us or forsake us. He will fulfill His promises.
I beam like this because last week, after waiting on the Lord for over two years, my sweet husband got a new job! This is an answer to many long hours of prayer. It is a victory after much contending for God's will for Dave in this season.
Now I don't write too much about Dave, so let me just share. Dave is one of the most wonderful people I have ever known. He is steadfast and strong to say the least, but not all that stubborn. Well maybe a little : ) He's just a great balance of will and emotion and he's been an example to me every day since we began to share our lives together.
Dave knew he wanted a new job over two years ago. His company is downtown so the commute is no fun. Not to mention that being in the area has made him virtually alienated from anyone he might want to have lunch with every now and then. His boss never followed through on any promises to help develop and grow him. And last but not least. . .he made about 30% less than he should have made in the position.
Yet Dave never complained. Sure, he'd let me know when the day was hard and I was well aware that we wanted out. But he didn't carry it around with him (like I might have). He just pressed into the Lord and persevered. He didn't even start looking for a new job until he felt completely released.
About 3 months ago, he felt like it was time. We spent hours on Monster and Career Builder. I felt the Lord reveal to me to pray for Dave to have an advocate. Unlike a lot of us, Dave was not able to "network" in his job. He didn't interact with many people and it made him feel very alone in his search. He met with numerous recruiters and went on a few interviews. When he was just about ready to give up, he got a call from another recruiter and although he was reluctant, he took the meeting. This guy was our answer to prayer. He and Dave hit it off and I knew he would be the advocate I had prayed for.
I'll make a long story short and tell you that within a week of the interview this recruiter set up for Dave, he was offered the position! The office is in Cool Springs so his commute will be cut in half (or better). The job is everything we've been believing for. When I told Dave to not be so picky with the salary. . .that as long as he got a nice raise, we'd be fine. . .he said, "Why shouldn't I believe the Lord for abundance?" Wow. I'm glad I didn't mess things up. Because the Lord has blessed us so abundantly through this new position. I've learned through this that as a wife, I'd better not let my fear get the best of me. I need to be in tune to what the Lord is doing. I really could have messed things up!
Dave is so happy and so relieved and he gives the Lord the glory for all of it. Whatever you are believing for right now. . .keep on believing. Just as Dave and I have learned in the past 18 months. . .the Lord's timing is not always in line with our thinking. . .but as we wait on Him, He brings abundance.
It's worth waiting for His best. . .really it is. No one ever gets to God's will after a long wait and looks back and says, "Gee, why'd that take so long?" We always get there right on time and we look back and say, "Oh, I get it."
I beam like this because last week, after waiting on the Lord for over two years, my sweet husband got a new job! This is an answer to many long hours of prayer. It is a victory after much contending for God's will for Dave in this season.
Now I don't write too much about Dave, so let me just share. Dave is one of the most wonderful people I have ever known. He is steadfast and strong to say the least, but not all that stubborn. Well maybe a little : ) He's just a great balance of will and emotion and he's been an example to me every day since we began to share our lives together.
Dave knew he wanted a new job over two years ago. His company is downtown so the commute is no fun. Not to mention that being in the area has made him virtually alienated from anyone he might want to have lunch with every now and then. His boss never followed through on any promises to help develop and grow him. And last but not least. . .he made about 30% less than he should have made in the position.
Yet Dave never complained. Sure, he'd let me know when the day was hard and I was well aware that we wanted out. But he didn't carry it around with him (like I might have). He just pressed into the Lord and persevered. He didn't even start looking for a new job until he felt completely released.
About 3 months ago, he felt like it was time. We spent hours on Monster and Career Builder. I felt the Lord reveal to me to pray for Dave to have an advocate. Unlike a lot of us, Dave was not able to "network" in his job. He didn't interact with many people and it made him feel very alone in his search. He met with numerous recruiters and went on a few interviews. When he was just about ready to give up, he got a call from another recruiter and although he was reluctant, he took the meeting. This guy was our answer to prayer. He and Dave hit it off and I knew he would be the advocate I had prayed for.
I'll make a long story short and tell you that within a week of the interview this recruiter set up for Dave, he was offered the position! The office is in Cool Springs so his commute will be cut in half (or better). The job is everything we've been believing for. When I told Dave to not be so picky with the salary. . .that as long as he got a nice raise, we'd be fine. . .he said, "Why shouldn't I believe the Lord for abundance?" Wow. I'm glad I didn't mess things up. Because the Lord has blessed us so abundantly through this new position. I've learned through this that as a wife, I'd better not let my fear get the best of me. I need to be in tune to what the Lord is doing. I really could have messed things up!
Dave is so happy and so relieved and he gives the Lord the glory for all of it. Whatever you are believing for right now. . .keep on believing. Just as Dave and I have learned in the past 18 months. . .the Lord's timing is not always in line with our thinking. . .but as we wait on Him, He brings abundance.
It's worth waiting for His best. . .really it is. No one ever gets to God's will after a long wait and looks back and says, "Gee, why'd that take so long?" We always get there right on time and we look back and say, "Oh, I get it."
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