Life is not always easy. The last three and a half years have been difficult for us. We lost our business, moved away from the home we loved, and began a new life in Washington (we had lived there before, but had been in Arizona for 5 1/2 years). Once we got to Washington we had a terrible time finding a place to live (no one wanted to rent to someone going through a bankruptcy and especially to a family with six children). With the help of my hardworking dad and our Bishop, we finally found a home that has worked out great for us. As much as we hate the details of the house (terrible insulation, floors are gross, windows are ancient, etc), we have loved the neighborhood. It has become our home. We have great neighbors, a fabulous school and we're just down the street from grandma and grandpa. Unfortunately, Dix got laid off in 2009 and we have been unemployed ever since. Once again we are forced to start over. It has been a long hard path, and I wouldn't recommend it to anyone that I love. The only job that Dix has been able to land was a part time job working at Cabela's for barely over minimum wage. Not quite enough to raise a family on. It has been very frustrating.
Recently, Dix has been talking to several friend back in Arizona, and is now going to travel back there to see if there is enough work to support a family. He is leaving tomorrow and will begin the 1600 mile trek to find work. If he is able to find something, he will stay down there for a month or more to see if it will work out. Perhaps he will stay the rest of the school year, we don't know.
Meanwhile, I get to enjoy the holiday season without my husband. He will miss the school programs, the violin recitals, the orchestra concerts, the caroling, the baking, the Christmas tree searching, the home decorating, the excitement of the holidays. And I get to try to do it all myself. So not excited for that. I'm trying to look at the bright side, but right now all I can see is either more rejection, or another major family upheaval, just as we're getting settled.
Okay, time to wipe my eyes, suck it up and enjoy the season. :)
8 comments:
Oh, man, do I know where you are coming from. Prayer and faith are the only things that kept me going. And I know that Heavenly Father has a plan for you, too....I hope things work out soon. Big fat hugs coming your way!
Now wiping tears from my eyes too. Love you and miss you and I hope it works out.
Brian wanted to tell you that the Prophet Joseph had bad times too: when that bank folded and people turned their backs on him and he had to relocate and old enemies pursued him. Tell Dixon that he's doing the right thing, to do his best and to hold his chin up when he thinks of how he's like Joseph Smith.
I'm so sorry. I truly hope something works out soon for you guys. Lots of prayers sent your way!
I was alone for 2 months. As much as I want you to stay in Washington, I hope he finds work and it goes well enough that you don't have to wait that long to be together. If you need anything let me know. I'll check in occasionally too.
Oh Leslie my heart hurts for you right now.I love you guys so much and you are in our prayers often.I will pray for strength and assurance that if their is a change or not a change you will know its the right thing.
I see and hear so many heart breaking stories. I hope it all works out for you and your family.
I have hope for you and your family. We will be praying for something wonderful to come your way - and hopefully that something wonderful is a job for Dix and stability for your family.
Prayers are being sent your way.
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