The Cat’s Out of the Bag!
Alright, so some of you may have been watching on facebook, and most of you probably haven’t, which is just as fine!
If you follow me on this blog you’ll notice it’s been quite a long time since I’ve posted one. I’m not so great at the whole blogging thing. Oh well.
Well, here I am, blogging to you today because something rather LARGE has happened.
Many of you know already that I’ve been pursuing jobs in nannying, and many of you also know that Jay and I have been thinking about our future, and how we feel that it will lie in Florida.
Well. I applied for a full-time nanny position in Tampa, Florida. And guess what? I got the job! Assuming my trial period goes well. And I’m thinking positive about that because this family is a really great family and I get along with them well. And their little boys? A.Dor.Able. They fun, full of energy, smart, and a blast to be with! They stole my heart in a matter of a day and a half.
*WOAH, Back up, did you just say FLORIDA, Mel?*
Why, yes I did. Seems random? Probably. Seems sudden? It is. I’m writing this blog post because I want to answer the many questions that are probably arising. Because the other major part of this is, Jay and I will be living in separate states for a year, or at least for a few months. That part isn’t so cool, but we both feel and have felt that God has given us this opportunity and that we are to take it. We started long distance, so we know how it works. Yes, we know we are married now and that changes how the long distance relationship would feel. Just keep reading.
So I’ve created this list of “Frequently Asked Questions”. I’m assuming these are the questions I’d be getting. :D
Q: Why Florida?
A: Jay and I have felt a pull to Florida for a year now. We had a feeling that God would lead us to Florida in the future. Granted, we didn’t think Florida would be in our midst right now, but God is always full of surprises, isn’t He? :) As far as a reason beyond that? When we vacationed to Florida with some great friends south of Orlando a little more than a year ago, we felt at home. We loved the area, and the people. Believe it or not, we seriously considered staying there, and not moving to Minneapolis first. But, alas, God did have a plan for us in Minneapolis, even if it was a short while. And looking back, we both see how God has orchestrated this to happen. Don’t like my answer? Too bad. :-P
Q: Are you and Jay okay?
A: Some of you may be confused as to why Jay and I will be living separately for a year, or at least for a few months. To clear the air, YES, we are doing more than okay. In fact I feel we are stronger than ever before, and in love more than ever before. The thought of living separately stinks big-time, and we know it will be a challenge. We also have seen couples that have to be separated for a year or more (like families where one of the parents is in the army). They survive. In fact, their love seems to grow and flourish. Absence makes the heart grow fonder? I think so. I don’t want to compare this to an army family, I think their situation is much different, but the comparable thing is that they are living separately for a while. And, unlike army families who don’t get to communicate all that often, Jay and I will have the wonders of Skype every evening. We’ve even planned some dates to Starbucks and Applebee’s, you know, places with Wi-Fi? That way we can both go to the place and both order something and enjoy it together. Not the same I know, but it’s something :) I also imagine that with this particular situation, we will work out visits here and there. So, I’ll see him from time to time. And guess what? It’s just a year. We can do it, and it will be over in a flash!
Q: What happens when the year is over?
A: Jay will join me in Florida and we can continue our lives together! We really feel that Florida is where God is leading us. He has peace about this situation, and I have peace about this situation. And considering how big and fast of a change this will be for us, it’s amazing we have any peace at all!
Q: What family are you nannying for?
A: A family of four. Mom, Dad, and two little boys. I would give more information, but until I understand the amounts of confidentiality they may ask for, I will keep specifics quiet. And if they want complete confidentiality, they will get it. All you need to know is that they are a good family, with good morals and ethics. They are so amazing! It is an incredible honor to be considered like this as their nanny.
Q: Are you sure you want to do this?
A: YES! Jay and I are ecstatic and excited about this opportunity. We understand it’s a big change, we understand it seems sudden, but we trust that God is using this situation to bless us and take us to where He wants us to be.
Q: I thought you wanted to be a teacher?
A: Yes. I do. However, subbing this last year has taught me something I would have never learned in Student Teaching, or in my dreams. You see, in my dreams teaching looks so different. In my dreams teaching is a glorious job, where we are appreciated for what we do, where the children are respectful to their elders, where even in a busy lifestyle like a teacher, that I would have low stress levels. I’ve found over the past year that I am a high anxiety person. Teaching? Only seems to increase that anxiety. While I was student teaching, I always had the “true” person in charge to help me. The teacher. I’ve realized over this past year that teaching is much different than I had hoped, and yes, that’s not exactly what I was hoping to realize. I LOVE working with kids. I love working on them in MUCH smaller ratios. I feel that’s where I can truly utilize my gifts, knowledge, and talents. I feel that’s where I can truly get to know the child I am teaching and really see them grow as an individual. Nannying provides me with that one-on-one, or one-on-two work with children. I can watch them grow, laugh with them, play with them, and truly feel like my talents aren’t being wasted. It’s heartbreaking to work in a class of 30 and be the only teacher during math time and not having enough time to help everyone get up to speed. It’s so hard. And I commend teachers that have those gifts. It’s not easy. And you know what, maybe someday I will get there! I’m young. But for now, I feel God has brought me to nannying for a purpose. And I can’t wait to see it unfold!
What else...hmmmm...I can’t think of any other “Frequently Asked Questions”....if you think of any let me know! :D
Well! That will be all for now. I hope you can all see that Jay and I are excited and that we feel this is the right step for us. We know and trust that God is working through this, and that this isn’t something we created.
So. Now you know. :) We can't wait!!!
Alright, so some of you may have been watching on facebook, and most of you probably haven’t, which is just as fine!
If you follow me on this blog you’ll notice it’s been quite a long time since I’ve posted one. I’m not so great at the whole blogging thing. Oh well.
Well, here I am, blogging to you today because something rather LARGE has happened.
Many of you know already that I’ve been pursuing jobs in nannying, and many of you also know that Jay and I have been thinking about our future, and how we feel that it will lie in Florida.
Well. I applied for a full-time nanny position in Tampa, Florida. And guess what? I got the job! Assuming my trial period goes well. And I’m thinking positive about that because this family is a really great family and I get along with them well. And their little boys? A.Dor.Able. They fun, full of energy, smart, and a blast to be with! They stole my heart in a matter of a day and a half.
*WOAH, Back up, did you just say FLORIDA, Mel?*
Why, yes I did. Seems random? Probably. Seems sudden? It is. I’m writing this blog post because I want to answer the many questions that are probably arising. Because the other major part of this is, Jay and I will be living in separate states for a year, or at least for a few months. That part isn’t so cool, but we both feel and have felt that God has given us this opportunity and that we are to take it. We started long distance, so we know how it works. Yes, we know we are married now and that changes how the long distance relationship would feel. Just keep reading.
So I’ve created this list of “Frequently Asked Questions”. I’m assuming these are the questions I’d be getting. :D
Q: Why Florida?
A: Jay and I have felt a pull to Florida for a year now. We had a feeling that God would lead us to Florida in the future. Granted, we didn’t think Florida would be in our midst right now, but God is always full of surprises, isn’t He? :) As far as a reason beyond that? When we vacationed to Florida with some great friends south of Orlando a little more than a year ago, we felt at home. We loved the area, and the people. Believe it or not, we seriously considered staying there, and not moving to Minneapolis first. But, alas, God did have a plan for us in Minneapolis, even if it was a short while. And looking back, we both see how God has orchestrated this to happen. Don’t like my answer? Too bad. :-P
Q: Are you and Jay okay?
A: Some of you may be confused as to why Jay and I will be living separately for a year, or at least for a few months. To clear the air, YES, we are doing more than okay. In fact I feel we are stronger than ever before, and in love more than ever before. The thought of living separately stinks big-time, and we know it will be a challenge. We also have seen couples that have to be separated for a year or more (like families where one of the parents is in the army). They survive. In fact, their love seems to grow and flourish. Absence makes the heart grow fonder? I think so. I don’t want to compare this to an army family, I think their situation is much different, but the comparable thing is that they are living separately for a while. And, unlike army families who don’t get to communicate all that often, Jay and I will have the wonders of Skype every evening. We’ve even planned some dates to Starbucks and Applebee’s, you know, places with Wi-Fi? That way we can both go to the place and both order something and enjoy it together. Not the same I know, but it’s something :) I also imagine that with this particular situation, we will work out visits here and there. So, I’ll see him from time to time. And guess what? It’s just a year. We can do it, and it will be over in a flash!
Q: What happens when the year is over?
A: Jay will join me in Florida and we can continue our lives together! We really feel that Florida is where God is leading us. He has peace about this situation, and I have peace about this situation. And considering how big and fast of a change this will be for us, it’s amazing we have any peace at all!
Q: What family are you nannying for?
A: A family of four. Mom, Dad, and two little boys. I would give more information, but until I understand the amounts of confidentiality they may ask for, I will keep specifics quiet. And if they want complete confidentiality, they will get it. All you need to know is that they are a good family, with good morals and ethics. They are so amazing! It is an incredible honor to be considered like this as their nanny.
Q: Are you sure you want to do this?
A: YES! Jay and I are ecstatic and excited about this opportunity. We understand it’s a big change, we understand it seems sudden, but we trust that God is using this situation to bless us and take us to where He wants us to be.
Q: I thought you wanted to be a teacher?
A: Yes. I do. However, subbing this last year has taught me something I would have never learned in Student Teaching, or in my dreams. You see, in my dreams teaching looks so different. In my dreams teaching is a glorious job, where we are appreciated for what we do, where the children are respectful to their elders, where even in a busy lifestyle like a teacher, that I would have low stress levels. I’ve found over the past year that I am a high anxiety person. Teaching? Only seems to increase that anxiety. While I was student teaching, I always had the “true” person in charge to help me. The teacher. I’ve realized over this past year that teaching is much different than I had hoped, and yes, that’s not exactly what I was hoping to realize. I LOVE working with kids. I love working on them in MUCH smaller ratios. I feel that’s where I can truly utilize my gifts, knowledge, and talents. I feel that’s where I can truly get to know the child I am teaching and really see them grow as an individual. Nannying provides me with that one-on-one, or one-on-two work with children. I can watch them grow, laugh with them, play with them, and truly feel like my talents aren’t being wasted. It’s heartbreaking to work in a class of 30 and be the only teacher during math time and not having enough time to help everyone get up to speed. It’s so hard. And I commend teachers that have those gifts. It’s not easy. And you know what, maybe someday I will get there! I’m young. But for now, I feel God has brought me to nannying for a purpose. And I can’t wait to see it unfold!
What else...hmmmm...I can’t think of any other “Frequently Asked Questions”....if you think of any let me know! :D
Well! That will be all for now. I hope you can all see that Jay and I are excited and that we feel this is the right step for us. We know and trust that God is working through this, and that this isn’t something we created.
So. Now you know. :) We can't wait!!!
