Saturday, March 14, 2009

GOODBYE WEST JORDAN, UT...

Hello Fountain Valley,CA!!!

So, here's the story... not even two weeks ago I was awake in the middle of the night feeding Garrett and I was thinking, thinking, thinking of what we could do to get financially ahead without Brad getting 2 jobs. The thought popped into my brain "maybe we should sell our house," but then I was filled with sadness plus I had no idea where we would move. I couldn't go back to sleep cause my brain was running wild. I then talked to Brad about it and he had the thought that we should look for job openings in the Huntington Beach area and we could move in with my parents. I wasn't too sure about it, but I called my parents anyway to ask if we COULD find a job if they would be willing. They were.

Then that got our wheels turning even more and conveniently the next day was Fast Sunday. We fasted and prayed and felt really good about pursuing this idea. Which we thought would be a big deal to make happen. Getting a job in this economy and selling our house in the economy might take a long time.

To make a long story short; within a week Brad got a accepted for a job transfer to the Irvine Lowe's where he would still be a department manager but he would get paid more. The store manager wanted him there by April 4th which was less than a month away. Now we had to sell our house. Two days later we put our house up for sale and within 4 hours of our sign going up in the yard... SOLD! Sold to the women I visit teach (Petra)and her family. I had told her about our house a couple days previous to putting it up for sale and they liked it, but already had an offer on a different house. Once the house went up online they decided they needed to come over for another look. Our house is absolutely PERFECT for them even down to the paint colors in the bedrooms already being the right colors for their kids. They will move in and not have to change a thing. They wanted to close as soon as possible. We are closing March 31st which means our WHOLE famiy can move to CA before April 4th!

Is this the Lord's will or what? From the time we decided this is what we should do it only took a week and half to get a job and sell our house. The Lord knew this would be coming and put everything in place for us. Why was I Petra's visiting teacher? If I wasn't, I would not have known she was even looking for a house. Why were there openings in CA Lowe's but nothing here in Utah? Heavnly Father loves us and we love Him. We give Him credit for all things and we could not live our lives with out Him at the head of our home guiding us. We can't thank Him enough for going above and beyond our expectations. The blessings are overflowing and we can't thank Him enough.

11 comments:

Braden and Jodee said...

Welcome back! I'm glad everything is working out so smoothly :)

R Clan said...

This is a bitter sweet situation for us. We will miss you so much. We'll miss Brad patroling the neighborhood on his motorcycle, your beautiful voice, talent and friendship, and your handsome boys. At the same time we were grateful that our dear friends were able to finally find their house after looking and looking. Many times we thought they would leave the ward. What a blessing it was for the both of you. We will miss you dearly though. I was quite in shock when I heard. Thank you for everything and leaving a stamp on our hearts. We will be sure to check your blog to see your cute family grow.

Jane said...

I am happy how things have fallen into place for you but boy will you be missed my SO many people!

Adam & Leesha Wickern said...

OH MY GOODNESS!!! Are you kidding us?!?! I told Adam and he about had a heart attack. We were looking forward to being closer to you guys as soon as he went to Graduate School. We are so sad that you guys are leaving, but happy for your situation. We are coming to Utah next weekend and are headed to Provo on Saturday morning, would you guys be able to meet us for lunch? Let us know.

Dan and Melissa said...

Dan and I were talking lastnight and we are going to miss you guys. We're so sad that we never had you over! Sorry about that. We're so happy for you though and wish you all the best. Emily, let me know if there is anything I can help with. Like watching those beautiful boys while you pack and stuff...Please!!!

Kristie K. said...

Your mom told us on sunday. Grady and i are so glad you will be in the ward, i am sure our boys will be great friends....

.......yay for us!

Heather said...

We are SOOOO excited!!! Can't wait to hang out like old times - this time with our kids!

Michelle- A look at our lovely life said...

That is sooooo exciting!! I have chills just seeing how blessed you guys were. You totally deserve it. That will be so fun to be back in FV again. It is such a "nice place to live." Congratulations!!! I will make sure and see you next time we are in CA to visit.

Kristi said...

That is a really neat story! Thanks for sharing! I am really happy for you guys, what a fun place to think about living...very jealous...I LOVE that part of California! It is sad to leave that WONDERFUL Maples neighborhood though, isn't it?! I still miss everyone there. I am excited for you guys and wish you the best!

Alicia said...

Emily,
I've been thinking about you guys a lot and I am very impressed with your experience you shared. That is so wonderful. Heavenly Father truly is involved in our lives! I wish I could see you before you leave, but I will be checking your blog when you update it and keeping in touch that way, nontheless! Good Luck with the big move!! If you need anything, please let me know!!

Brian and Lindsay Holmstrom said...

Wow! What an amazing story, I am glad that everything has worked out so well for you guys. Hey you could always go back to ICC!