6 Weeks without a paycheckÖthatís a long time with no money.† Yet here we areÖbills paid, food in the freezer, gas in the car.
I put in a few applications and asked people if they knew anywhere they were hiringÖno luck.† It is hard to be without money.† Knowing that even spending $5 is a big deal.
But we have made it.† How did that happen?† Like the title says, ëThere are angels among us.í† We have been blessed with the most amazing people in our lives.† The 2 ladies next door have given us $200!† The first $100 was from Joan who said to ëbuy some fluffí.† I think she knew the ëfluffí would be food and gas.† Then Frances sent a card with another $100 bill for Keilee for ëher first movie roleí.†† My Daddy paid my electric bill which was the largest electric bill we have had since we lived here.† We had way over a week of 100+ temperatures.† Then we got an anonymous card in the mail with $50 in it.† Then a dear friend sent us a check for $50.† One of our best friends has been over 3 Saturdays in a row with groceries.† I keep telling her that we donít need that many groceries but she still comes.† Bags and bags of food each one opened like a package.† It is so strange to get groceries that I didnít buy and such an amazing blessing.† My friend Kathy took us out to eat and we spent the night with them and had girls night out.
I sold some books on eBay.† I worked on the film ìSpace Warriorsî and got paid.
And prayersÖprayers all over the United States going up from some amazing Homeschool friends.† I close my eyes and picture them going up to heaven, straight to God from all over.† Prayers going up from friends and family here.† Prayers, like balloons, going up, up, up.
And prayers from me, on my knees telling God I trust in Him to see us through.† I have been so emotional the last few weeks. Crying, always crying at how amazing people are, how amazing God is.
I think we have a job coming up September 9th.† Even though that is 3 weeks away it will mean I will finally be back on track.
So for this Thankful Thursday I am thankful for the angels among us.† Never doubt that they are there…
I have seen them….
Thank you all,
Homeschooling Rocks!
Karen
“I believe there are angels among us.
Sent down to us from somewhere up above.
They come to you and me in our darkest hours.
To show us how to live, to teach us how to give.
To guide us with the light of love.” ~ Alabama
Happily linking with Theresa with “Thankful Thursdays”
Praise God is all I can say. Ok maybe more. I know exactly how this feels and God amazes me with His faithfulness!
This is so awesome, and I love that you shared this. Beautiful. I hope and pray you are working steady soon.
I can empathize, we had a very tough two years. Life is very different for us now, but I know it was prayers and the kindness of others that helped.
Thank you.
Karen, we are all blessed to know you and Kei, even if it is just through blogging. You probably will never know how much that means to all of us. {Hugs}
(That last pic is one of my favorite paintings.)
Oh, praise God, Karen! What a beautiful post, not only to read of the angels in your life, but of your positive attitude and unwavering faith. You are truly an inspiration! And, you also brought tears to my eyes for another reason. My grandmother had that very picture hanging in her bedroom. My mom has it now and it brings back such nice memories of being at my grandmother’s house and seeing her faith, as I have seen yours. Much love and prayers continuing to come your way, my friend!
You are an amazing woman. Not only are you a beautiful role model for Kei, you live what you believe. That makes you a role model for us all. You both have been in my prayers the past few weeks and will continue to be until your waters are smoother and you can float instead of tread water.
Praise God, Karen! I want you to know that I’ve been praying daily for you. I know that you have grown so much stronger during this time of your life.
This is so great to hear. You’re getting back in kind the type for all the wonderful ways you and Kei give of yourselves.
I hope that the security of income comes to you soon!
Beautiful, Karen. I am so pleased for you! You give out so much positivity, so much love and faith and light; I am not surprised at all that the positivity is flowing right back, enveloping you, looking after you both.
You are one of the very angels you write about, by the wayÖ I can absolutely attest to that, dear friend. Sending a huge hug your way.
I’ve always loved that song and even had that picture hanging in Abby’s room as a baby:)
God’s hand is over you two…that is so evident! You are ever in our prayers:) With much love and many hugs!!!
Karen, this post brought tears to my eyes! So glad you and Keilee are ok, and so thankful for all of those angels! Prayers still going up from here 🙂 {{hugs}}