We've applied for 100's of jobs. We've interviewed with 14 companies and gotten 14 no's. I know that it will all work out in the end, but the journey is grueling. I've been trying my best to stay positive, but some days are hard.
Oh Heather, hang in there. Somethings gotta give! Something will pan out. You are such a trooper and such a supportive wife to James and all he's enduring right now. You guys are still in our prayers and on our minds- and will continue to be until you get that job!
I wanted to let you know how much we care about you and I wasn't sure what to say. Then I read Anna's comment and feel like I just want to say DITTO!! We love you!
When I read this I thought of something YOU told ME when I was waiting to hear back from PhD programs. You said, when it happens it's like you've been waiting for Mr. Right and you never get why no one is right, and then the right one comes and 'poof' it all makes sense. It meant a lot to me then, and I hope you can still believe it now on the really hard days. We love you and pray for you.
It WILL work out, Heather. But sometimes that doesn't seem like enough. Ditto to Anna's comment. I'm still praying for your family. Meanwhile, keep those ADORABLE crafts coming. :-) You are such a talented, patient woman. You'll be blessed for it. I just know it.
Blessings await you it is just tough waiting on them. I agree with what the ladies are saying and we have the girls praying that the other daddies will receive a job soon. Take care and hold fast.
James and I met while attending BYU and were sealed in the Salt Lake Temple in August of 2003. Our family of two soon became three when Matthew was born in June of 2004. Two years later, in June of 2006, Ethan joined our family. In February, we welcomed Justin into our home.
Driving in the car: Mom: "Look, there goes a firetruck!" Matthew: "Yeah, they're going to go wash the fire!"
At the Doctor's office: Matthew: "I don't want any sticks!" Mom: "Sticks?" Matthew: "You know, STICK!" (pretending to poke himself in the leg) Mom: "Oh, you don't want a shot?" Matthew: "No, I want a shot." Mom: "What?" Matthew: "You, know one of these." (pretending to lick a lollipop (they always get one after shots)) Mom: "Oh, you mean you want a sucker, but no shots?" Matthew: "Right!"
Watching Survivor: Matthew: "Look at that awesomest!" Mom: "What?" Matthew: "That thing with all the legs." Mom: "An octopus?" Matthew: "Yeah, an awesomest."
Contemplating his lack of funds: Matthew: "I need a credit card so that I can buy some money!"
Reading a book about animals: Matthew: "Ew!! I don't like stunks!" Mom: "Skunks." Matthew: "Whatever they are, they're stinky!"
At the Doctor's office: Little Boy: (He only speaks spanish, and was showing Matthew and Ethan his orange) "Naranja." Matthew: "Orange." Ethan: "Apple! Apple!" All three boys: (Looking at each other, totally confused.)
I'm not sure what this is in reference to: Matthew: "Yuck, bacon is NOT for cows!!"
While running errands: Matthew: "Mom, I wanna get you a flower for Mother's Day." Mom: "Oh, that's really nice of you!" Matthew: "Yeah, don't forget to pick one up while you're at Wal-Mart."
Rebecca, the boys' cousin, when she found out that we would be living with Grandma and Grandpa Hatch for the summer: Rebecca: "They are so lucky. Grandma and Grandpa always have cookies!" So true Rebecca...so true
Trying to sing the song "You Can't Take No For an Answer" from the movie The Muppets Take Manhattan: Ethan: "...na na cake for dancers..."
After a Primary lesson on where our food comes from: Matthew: "Did you know that crackers are made of weeds and flowers?" Mom: "I think you mean wheat flour." Matthew: "Nope, it's weeds and flowers."
Pointing at a BYU student walking to class as we go pick James up from school: Matthew: "Hey, do we know that guy?" Mom: "No, I don't think so." Matthew "Hmmm." Still trying to figure it out, "Doesn't Robb have that face? Oh, and those sunglasses?"
Riding in the car: Matthew: "mumble mumble mumble, okay mom?" Mom: "What did you say?" Matthew: "mumble mumble mumble, okay mom?" Mom: "What did you say?" Matthew: "Mom, do you need tubes in your ears?"
Discussing the dinner menu: Matthew: "What are we having for dinner?" Mom: "Chicken fried steak, snowsnap peas, and mashed potatoes with gravy." Matthew: "What is gravy?" Mom: "Scrumptious deliciousness." Matthew: "I don't know what that means. What color is it?" Mom: "Brown." Matthew: "Ew. I don't eat things that are brown." Mom: "You eat chocolate. Chocolate is brown." Matthew: Eyes lighting up. "We're having chocolate for dinner?!!" Mom: "Um, no."
Talking about his cousins: Matthew: "How come Brittany and Brandon have four kids in their family and we only have three? That's not fair." Mom: "Would you like another brother or sister someday?" Matthew: "A brother, but not a sister. I'm afraid of girls."
Running in from the garage: Matthew: "Last one in is a rockin' egg!"
Holding up the Seagull Book add: Matthew: "Look what Jesus sent me!"
While playing: Matthew: "I miss Justin when he's taking a nap." Mom: "Aw. You do?" Matthew: "Yeah, I like his face."
In the living room playing with a toy airplane, after we had just dropped James off at the airport: Matthew: "The good news is, we're coming into Salt Lake City. The bad news is, we're crash landing." Drops the plane on the floor amid screams for help. Mom: Thinking, "I sure hope not!"
Talking to Daddy while eating breakfast: Ethan: "I lost my hiccups. I really need to find them!"
While hanging out: Matthew: "When are you going to go to the hospital to pick out our new baby?"
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Oh Heather, hang in there. Somethings gotta give! Something will pan out. You are such a trooper and such a supportive wife to James and all he's enduring right now. You guys are still in our prayers and on our minds- and will continue to be until you get that job!
I wanted to let you know how much we care about you and I wasn't sure what to say. Then I read Anna's comment and feel like I just want to say DITTO!! We love you!
Thanks guys :)
When I read this I thought of something YOU told ME when I was waiting to hear back from PhD programs. You said, when it happens it's like you've been waiting for Mr. Right and you never get why no one is right, and then the right one comes and 'poof' it all makes sense. It meant a lot to me then, and I hope you can still believe it now on the really hard days. We love you and pray for you.
I feel for you :) Keep the hope alive . . . we know from past experiences that we will be taken care of :)
It WILL work out, Heather. But sometimes that doesn't seem like enough. Ditto to Anna's comment. I'm still praying for your family. Meanwhile, keep those ADORABLE crafts coming. :-) You are such a talented, patient woman. You'll be blessed for it. I just know it.
Our prayers and hopes are with you.
sometimes you have to struggle through sludge to dance carefree in the sun. lots of love your way in the meantime!
keep interviewing, although James might have some stiff competition next week when Blaine starts interviewing too. Good luck to the both of them.
Blessings await you it is just tough waiting on them. I agree with what the ladies are saying and we have the girls praying that the other daddies will receive a job soon. Take care and hold fast.
Love and prayers coming from us, too!
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