tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1009999487771005912.post5427165169194639795..comments2023-10-30T06:01:21.989-04:00Comments on our five... un.tied: An Unexpected ChapterTheresahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02537096305877667736noreply@blogger.comBlogger6125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1009999487771005912.post-58342306532474667592011-10-11T07:41:06.213-04:002011-10-11T07:41:06.213-04:00I cannot tell you how I stumbled upon your blog......I cannot tell you how I stumbled upon your blog... I can't even remember what I was looking for, but I'll tell you that I absolutely needed to find this post and believe that I was supposed to read it. How in awe of this universe I am as I sit here reading this. I'm a teacher as well, in my 9th year, and am currently on maternity leave that ends in 4 weeks. I have been agonizing over the decision to take a year of absence to spend time with my 21 month old and my new son. Agonizing over the financial repercussions (even though my husband supports me in taking time off). Agonizing over the prospect of losing my tenure and being de-staffed once I return, etc.. Your post has really left me feeling as though it is the right thing to do: to have faith. Faith that this part of my journey is worth taking, no matter the risks involved. I wish nothing but happiness for you in your year off and hope you enjoy every minute with your amazing kids! They are so worth it.Daniellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10481040407362746614noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1009999487771005912.post-65412481779575783002011-06-29T10:37:35.763-04:002011-06-29T10:37:35.763-04:00Theresa,
While our journeys may not be exactly the...Theresa,<br />While our journeys may not be exactly the same, it seems our hearts struggle with the same tugs and nudges. I taught school for 4 years before having our first child, and thought it was in the plans for me to continue part-time until God paved a new road for us. Now, having been home for 9 years [!!], I look back and see his handprints all over my life, in so many lovely, unexpected places.<br /><br />You're right: it is tremendously difficult to trust and wait and sit in the gray. But is another thing to sit in those same places with the assurance of God's faithfulness and everlasting love for us.<br /><br />I applaud you for taking a break when your spirit told you it was time; many people would not have had the courage to walk away. And I join you in this season of waiting and praying for that special little one God is naming right now.<br /><br />What a privilege to partner with Him in such important work! May you always see it as such!<br /><br />Sending prayers and blessings- Janegirlmeetspaperhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15080929449655048626noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1009999487771005912.post-78333605091813519042011-06-28T21:27:05.233-04:002011-06-28T21:27:05.233-04:00as i sat reading this, i saw myself in so many way...as i sat reading this, i saw myself in so many ways. i am always being reminded that this is not my world, that i dont determine how things happen. its very hard to do sometimes, but just trust that He has a plan for you and let it run it's course. you're a great person all around and room 5 will be waiting again soon for you to return2in1https://www.blogger.com/profile/02162713535084147221noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1009999487771005912.post-69492731797106434472011-06-19T12:52:54.930-04:002011-06-19T12:52:54.930-04:00It takes a strong woman to ask, listen and obey. F...It takes a strong woman to ask, listen and obey. Find freedom in the breath that God has given you. Simply pray when you're not feeling it...love you lots!Oo's Daily Snaphttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12650437814509297025noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1009999487771005912.post-27421974152989422182011-06-19T12:52:04.540-04:002011-06-19T12:52:04.540-04:00This comment has been removed by the author.Oo's Daily Snaphttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12650437814509297025noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1009999487771005912.post-70360852929215271502011-06-19T02:54:52.121-04:002011-06-19T02:54:52.121-04:00Honored to be your friend. Love you.Honored to be your friend. Love you.Katie @ the terpbloghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18089790478200304899noreply@blogger.com