Still Waiting

Well it's been quite a journey. I've had several hiccups trying to find housing, but I think we've got a place - a townhouse to move into tomorrow. It's kinda small but there's a pool and tennis courts and stuff which will be good for the boys. It's been rough living out of our car and hotels for the past several days, but I know The Lord is faithful to accomplish his work in us and I know the place he has for us is exactly where we're meant to be. Just trying to keep my thankfulness up and the stress down. Thanks to everyone for prayers and support . I do have tuition deadline coming up in another two weeks so prayer in that area is appreciated. Hugs and kisses from Cali!! 

Sunday, Sunday

My first Sunday at Bethel.... it was great. Max's class was full and he wasn't able to go so he had to sit with me... don't think he was too happy about that lol. Mostly I am just plain wore out today. After church Bryn went with me to get the UHAUL and we had lunch, then me and Max went to the pool at Jess & Jessica's where we're staying for a couple of days until we get a place tomorrow (hopefully). My brain and body are pretty fried right now, hopefully this week we'll get more settled in and into a new groove. That's all for now!!

Beautiful Canyon of the Gunnison

Today my dad took us to see the Canyon of the Gunnison. I have never seen anything like it. It was so beautiful and the boys loved it, especially Max the squirrel boy lol. We've had a great visit - just resting up for the rest of the trip. 

I gotta be honest. The drive in was pure hell, but the beauty of this country has captured my heart. I am so thankful I decided to come. And although we are a day behind, I know The Lord is going to be blessing and preparing the way for us. I still don't have a place or all the funds, but I'm trusting in The Lord. He provides the fire if I provide the sacrifice. 

I'm tired, but it's been an amazing trip - looking forward to the next chapter. Pray for continued favor and blessing as we begin to travel tomorrow and for the right place to come available.

Good Morning Colorado!

The adventures continue.... We've travelled for 13 - 14 hours a day for the past two days. The boys have been amazing troopers - very little complaining. I, however, after yesterday's drive noticed my legs and feet, especially my right one, were (and still are this morning) swollen - which is crazy because all I've been doing is drinking water!! Prayers for healing, strength, endurance and abundance are appreciated!!

The time I estimated for this trip has almost doubled because, well, we're in a UHAUL and we can't always go the speed limit. Google maps doesn't have a trip planning option for UHAULs, lol. But, our spirits have been good, our joy levels awesome and I'm very excited about seeing the Rocky Mountains! 

Today I see my dad for the first time in 16 years, and this will make only my 4th time seeing him. I'm excited to see how this will go and for him to meet his grandchildren. Prayers for this encounter are welcomed too. 

I just declare supernatural health, love, joy, peace and provision for us as we continue onward and upward in our journey to Redding! 

The Last Day, The First Day

The past two days have been filled with tension, stress, laughter, tears, exhaustion, and a dozen other emotions, but what I'll remember most is its been filled with friends. Last Sunday I had an amazing send off from my church FCC and last Saturday from GTHOP. So much love. Had wonderful last visit with my sweet Pippa & family who are off on their own new adventure in Gods path for them. And with Hope. Gonna miss u girl!!

Right now as I sit - clean, exhausted, sad, joyful, forward-looking, I am so thankful to my family and friends. You are my life, my heart, I am so happy to have each of you in my life. I really want to shout out to those who have busted tail to help me get packed and loaded and ready to go.

David Skjaerlund, you are an amazing man of God who has been pouring into my life since the moment I met you. This would not be possible without you. I am so thankful for the gold you have called out in me and I look forward to the day I am able to pour into you and your ministry in the same measure. I love you and Marcia so much. Thank you for not seeing me as I am but as how The Father sees me.

Sansaray & Katie, ladies you picked me up by my bootstraps when I needed it most and your fierce love has helped me through the past two days!! Thank you for everything you ladies have done. I'm so honored to have you in my life. I love you guys so much!

Thanks to Morgan for sending interns from ABBAS HOUSE to help out. Bless you guys so much!! Thank you for everything! Love you guys!!! 

Jason, Daryl, Lisa - you guys worked so hard for me today and I'll never forget it. I appreciate you so much. Love you!

To Brigitte Anne for being my spiritual mother, giving birth to me in the spirit - this is all your fruit. You are amazing, I'm so excited to see how God is going to be working our paths together again. <3 Xoxoxoxo

Big thanks to Joe Welsh for becoming a surrogate dad to our dog Toby. This would be so much harder without knowing he's in good hands. Luv u!

Thanks Julie for donating the stuff for my sale, I appreciate you! I'm excited to see your dreams come true!

A shout out to my dear friend Marleen for being the first one to sow into my new adventure. Love you woman!! Look forward to having a TC reunion!

Heather Muha, thank you for being my endless prayer warrior!! I appreciate you so much! Love you so very much!

I thank my mom and my sisters for loving me so well and just being there. I love you more than I tell you and more than you know. I can't wait for the day to come when I can spoil you and we can take a girls trip together. I miss u so much.

And thanks to everyone who has sown into this life changing adventure either monetarily or in prayer of both. Each one of you has made this possible and I am eternally grateful. 

God is faithful. When I stop and think about how hard this is or how much I'm leaving behind both friends and comfort, I think of Jesus. He gave up everything for me. If I was the only one on the planet, he'd of done it all for me. My heart is eager to give back to him the thing he wants most, me. I want to love him with all that I have, all that I am; and I know in doing so, his blessings will never stop flowing. Because the more I become what he created me to be, the more I bring him glory. 

I thank God above all, for being a good daddy who loves to shower abundance on his daughter. Your love is worth it all. 

I love Traverse City so much and I know God has amazing plans for me here down the road. But for now, I'm setting off to head out west. A new state. A new time zone (eeew) lol. A new life. A new school. A new level of power. A new hope. I am so blessed. I take each one of you with me as I go, sharing this great adventure with you. 

On My Way, 

Jen