Many people have asked us what we are going to do now and I'm sure there are even more people wondering. The truth is, we don't really know. Jason still hasn't been placed in a residency and still needs to pass boards. It's not likely that he will get a spot until they are passed. We have taken our house off the market temporarily and plan to stay in Cleveland until we know more. This has created a tense atmosphere in our home as you can imagine and we know our poor kids feel it. This creates even more pressure on us as parents. We want to put on a smile and tell them that everything will be alright. It's a hard thing to do when indeed you're not sure that everything will be alright. We plan on driving home for a visit this summer after Jason takes boards.
I started this blog to help me focus on the good in my life and to help me to see the positive, so it's hard for me to be this honest. However, I appreciate it when others share their trials, because it helps me get through my own. So I guess my point in blogging about this is that maybe it will some how help someone else who is going through trials of their own. Jason and I were able to go to the Temple together. Something we don't do nearly enough. It was a very calming experience for me. I felt the love and comfort I was seeking. We were the first to enter into the Celestial room and it was an incredible feeling to walk in there and have Jason be the first person I saw. The Lord has always taken care of us in the past and I know that he will continue to do so. It's just hard not knowing how this is going to end up.
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Oh Bridi--I think about you every day. I know things are rough right now. I know that in some ways, these trials are so very good for us. Joe and I have never fasted and prayed so much and been so diligent in our scripture reading as we have been over the past year. I really feel strengthened, happier, and more hopeful when we are putting our trust in the Lord. I thought that since we'd only be 30 minutes from a temple that we would be much better with out temple attendance. That is one thing we really need to work on--Joe has gone a few times, but I need to just ask someone to watch the kids. I'm glad you felt some peace and comfort there. It will help you to remember the feelings you had when you start feeling hopelessly stressed.
I can't imagine how stressful this situation is for you guys. I know how difficult it is with school debt though and trying to pay that down. I often feel like I'm well over my head and dread to think how we'll make it through. I am sure things will work out though and it's great you were able to go to the temple together. Cute pics below too!
I'm thinking about you guys and praying for you! Selfishly, I'm glad you guys will be here at least a little longer. :)
I can't even begin to imagine what you guys are going through. I feel so sad for you guys. It is easy for those of us to say things will work out but I know in my own experiences how hard it is to have the faith and perspective that all will be ok when you are in the middle of it all. I miss ya guys a ton and I will continue to pray for you too. We still have another year in Ohio so we really need to get together...maybe Liv's baptism in August...Have a fun and safe trip home!!
Bridi! We love you. You are a sweet presence in our lives, and I'm glad we get to live near you a little longer. I do hope your lives come together soon. We are praying for you!
Like you, I always appreciate other people's honesty about life's harder moments. Sharing this hardship does help me remember to have faith amidst difficulty. Thank you!
Bridi I love the honesty and hope you write with. I can't pretend I know how stressful it must be, but I can imagine how I would feel if we are in a similar situation next year. Like you, I know the Lord will look out for your family, but it doesn't mean it's easy while you're waiting or going through it. I loved the pictures below of Jason graduating and your beautiful family. Look of all of the good that has come from your time in Cleveland. Hopefully, before you know it he will have passed his boards, you'll spend time with family, and a new opportunity will present itself. You are in our prayers and we love and miss you so much!
I love the saying, 'that without trials we would not know the sweetness or have a greater understanding of the Lords view, that comes from going through it.' ..or something like that. You guys are awesome and all will work out. Your cute family is in our prayers.
This picture says it all, the gospel and your family. All else is extra. Hang in there everything will work out as long as you keep the first two strong.
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