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Monday, January 24, 2011

Hubs Got a Job!


He is at work now!  I had forgotten how nice it is to say that phrase.

God takes care of us again!

A few lessons for me, during 8 months of unemployment:

1.  If you have a job, be Thankful.
2.  When applying for Food Stamps, do not judge.
3.  Some stuff is not necessary (less TV, phone etc)
4.  Use more blankets to stay warm
5.  Less stress when Hubs would do odd jobs.
6.  Discovered kind people willing to help.
7.  It is Wonderful to keep House payments current.
8.  Time to reconnect with Hubs when marriage was drifting some?
9.  Having the house Alone, just Me when hubs was busy.
10. Compassion has increased again!

I again learn the lesson, to Wait on God....Really it is One day at a time!
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28 comments:

  1. Alicia The SnowflakeJanuary 24, 2011 at 10:42 AM

    And isn't that a lesson we all need to learn? So glad to hear your husband got a job. I know how frustrating that can be. Hugs & blessings to you my friend!

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  2. KarenJanuary 24, 2011 at 11:41 AM

    Fantastic news Kim! My Hubbers returned to work today after a much shorter layoff (just before Christmas). We are thankful that it wasn't longer. Let's celebrate getting back on track, and having the house back to ourselves...cheers!

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  3. Betsy Banks AdamsJanuary 24, 2011 at 12:24 PM

    Wow Kim..... I love this post. It just made me feel warm and fuzzy all over. God does take care of us... Maybe you all needed these 8 months to regroup.

    Congrats on him getting a job though... Hallelujah.
    Hugs,
    Betsy

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  4. WandaJanuary 24, 2011 at 2:18 PM

    Woohoo! God is faithful.Great lessons you learned along the way.

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  5. JudyJanuary 24, 2011 at 2:49 PM

    So happy for you.
    Judy

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  6. Ginny HartzlerJanuary 24, 2011 at 2:54 PM

    What great news, I'm so glad!!! Maybe those months weren't so bad, after all!!

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  7. AnonymousJanuary 24, 2011 at 5:09 PM

    This post kind of brought me to tears. Yay for Hubs and yay for God!! :)

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  8. GlendaJanuary 24, 2011 at 5:12 PM

    Great news, Kim!! And your lessons learned touched me. Right now I really need to remember "wait on God, one day at a time." I know that's what I must do, but it surely helps to see it in print and to know that it worked for you! It just reinforces what God is saying to me! Thanks!

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  9. sprinklesJanuary 24, 2011 at 6:49 PM

    I think these are lessons we all need to learn.

    Congrats to the hubs!

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  10. Karen MortensenJanuary 24, 2011 at 8:09 PM

    I am so happy for you both. I love the lessons you have learned from this.

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  11. BARBIEJanuary 25, 2011 at 2:18 AM

    What great news! So happy for you both!

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  12. DUTAJanuary 25, 2011 at 11:36 AM

    Good Luck to your husband with his new job!
    And yes, belief in God helps.

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  13. TracyJanuary 25, 2011 at 5:55 PM

    Oh Kim, I am thrilled for your hubby and your family! Work is not only important for the finances but the self-worth and self-esteem...we suddenly have value!
    Thank you God!

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  14. MuffieJanuary 25, 2011 at 6:08 PM

    That's wonderful news! God certainly heard your prayers!
    Peace,
    Muff

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  15. Mrs4444January 25, 2011 at 11:05 PM

    It all works out, doesn't it? I can identify with getting food stamps. We had to rely on them once, when Kendall was first born and Mr.4444 lost his job and was unemployed for three months. After paying into the system my whole life, I felt no shame in taking a little out--That's what it's there for.

    Congrats on the new job!!!!!

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  16. Dawning InspirationJanuary 25, 2011 at 11:19 PM

    Congratulations to your hubs!

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  17. Working Mom JournalJanuary 25, 2011 at 11:33 PM

    Congrats!!!! My husband is still looking for work. I am still thankful though for life.

    www.workingmomjournal.com

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  18. Velvet Over SteelJanuary 26, 2011 at 12:03 AM

    Congrats to your husband!! Very Happy for you both!! & cheers to you for being there for him and being so appreciative of even cut-backs!

    You always have such a Great attitude & outlook, Kim!!! You're a great inspiration to me!!

    Hugs & Much Love,
    Coreen

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  19. Flying high in the sky....January 26, 2011 at 2:18 AM

    lovedddddddddddddd your post!!!!!!!! beautiful...beautiful!!! am so glad that the job is back !!! thanks for sharing such a great news with us!!!

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  20. MelindaJanuary 26, 2011 at 11:38 AM

    Congratulations!! I am so, so happy for you and your hubby! I think when we go through tough times, it really does teach us great lessons. But that doesn't mean we enjoy the process. :)

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  21. UnknownJanuary 26, 2011 at 7:12 PM

    That is awesome your hubby found a job. Looks like you learned a lot from the experience! You always seem to find the positive in everything!

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  22. Eat To LiveJanuary 26, 2011 at 7:38 PM

    Great News Kim!!! Fantastic!! I know how you feel about having the house to yourself.... so peaceful.

    Enjoy you alone time.

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  23. Glory to GodJanuary 26, 2011 at 9:55 PM

    Kim -

    You have such amazing faith. This is certainly encouraging for anyone going through the same thing. God does provide, doesn't He?

    I like the verse, “Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.” Hebrews 13:5

    God bless Kim!

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  24. JackieJanuary 27, 2011 at 1:24 AM

    Rejoicing with you Kim!! Wonderful news!!!

    HE IS FAITHFUL!

    Hugs and Blessings!
    Jackie

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  25. shelleyJanuary 27, 2011 at 12:03 PM

    one day at a time... i just had a convo with my husband about this!
    hugs,
    shelley :)

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  26. Toyin O.January 27, 2011 at 7:44 PM

    Great lessons there,thanks for sharing:)

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  27. Just Be RealJanuary 28, 2011 at 7:22 AM

    This is good news! I am glad.

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  28. christy roseJanuary 31, 2011 at 4:54 PM

    That is absolutely wonderful!! God is faithful!!! :)

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