I have been able to avoid thinking about moving during the last six weeks in the business of selling the house and finding a new place to live. But this last week I have cried buckets of tears over leaving Starkville.
Today I have had a headached all day. Hormones? Morning sickness? Grief?
I have lived in Starkville all of my adult life. I met my husband here. I formed some of the best friendships of my life here. I gave my heart to a church body slowly over ten years of Bible studies and group activities and fellowships. And the things my church body has helped me walk through! I am so greatful for the people the Lord placed in my path while here in Starkville. When I came here I was a single college student. When I leave it will be with my husband of seven years, our two boys, a baby in utero, a van load of furniture and many, many memories.
With God's help I will embrace my new home and the people there. I know He has prepared a place for us and has prepared us for this place. Brian is excited about his new job and I am looking forward to settling into our nest and welcoming our new little baby. And, with just a little less excitement, I am anticipating eating onions again.
To my friends who have made real long-distance moves I admire you and am grateful for your example of how to be content in a new town.
Meanwhile, pray for us as we transition from one state and one college town to another. From Bulldogs to Elephants, from maroon to crimson.
1 comment:
oh i know - it's so sad (and hard!) at least you know that you have multiple places to stay (our house included) whenever you need a starkville fix. and you can bet that i will be calling you up every time we go to target. :)
anyway - we are back in town and will be calling you for a play date soon!
xo
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