tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5814271487764556555.comments2011-08-17T15:13:34.600-07:00Out of Order: Midlife ParisThe Shindigshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11164159771368317585noreply@blogger.comBlogger25125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5814271487764556555.post-71960530796617379882011-08-17T15:13:34.600-07:002011-08-17T15:13:34.600-07:00Praise God! Amazing!!! I love how well we are prov...Praise God! Amazing!!! I love how well we are provided for and the ways we are assured of what is right. :)KellyJo24https://www.blogger.com/profile/18309318532875195208noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5814271487764556555.post-90772498571081371502011-06-20T06:20:56.141-07:002011-06-20T06:20:56.141-07:00Yikes! I agree, that is no way to live. Especially...Yikes! I agree, that is no way to live. Especially when you're trying to support a family. I find it extremely sad that situations like that even exist and as much fun it has been to hear you talk about the stars and such, I feel that you've all made the right decision there. Just look at it as a lesson or experience that you all needed to move on to the next chapter in your lives. ((((hugs))))Stacyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03241282980491783658noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5814271487764556555.post-56617102318208774412011-04-14T20:15:02.146-07:002011-04-14T20:15:02.146-07:00Haha I'm kind of jealous of DH because he gets...Haha I'm kind of jealous of DH because he gets to go there every day! Although, to be fair, he does a lot more sweating, cooking and running around than he does eavesdropping on the fun stuff like I did. I'll give it a week or two and then I'm so going back for more :DThe Shindigshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11164159771368317585noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5814271487764556555.post-27708796448433774192011-04-14T17:30:00.311-07:002011-04-14T17:30:00.311-07:00That is AWESOME!!!!! How exciting! I'm a littl...That is AWESOME!!!!! How exciting! I'm a little jealous...lolStacyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03241282980491783658noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5814271487764556555.post-80504033323385150842011-04-12T09:32:42.245-07:002011-04-12T09:32:42.245-07:00Ahhh I believe I know the one you're thinking ...Ahhh I believe I know the one you're thinking of! Spacious and gorgeous, yes, but unfortunately a good bit out of our league this time around. Unless my mad shameless lowballing skills come out to play. :pThe Shindigshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11164159771368317585noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5814271487764556555.post-22410653760447297712011-04-11T23:29:33.174-07:002011-04-11T23:29:33.174-07:00I know of a big house going on the market soon. :o...I know of a big house going on the market soon. :o)The Erickson Familyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01506794841530393700noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5814271487764556555.post-90842618491703719112011-03-23T13:57:07.952-07:002011-03-23T13:57:07.952-07:00SO happy that you're here! Can't wait to g...SO happy that you're here! Can't wait to get to know your family!The Erickson Familyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01506794841530393700noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5814271487764556555.post-56490169703179230522011-03-22T22:31:38.864-07:002011-03-22T22:31:38.864-07:00Wooohoo! What an awesome update! I'm thrilled ...Wooohoo! What an awesome update! I'm thrilled for you and your fam. Can't wait to tell Benji and Livy that DH prepared food for a zombie. I'll bet they'll ask me if DH knows how to cook brains.Ashley Ahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11246700435180680024noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5814271487764556555.post-22703503566615924682011-02-16T18:45:55.169-08:002011-02-16T18:45:55.169-08:00I remember that feeling when we went full time int...I remember that feeling when we went full time into missions. And I still have the feeling of making a 'home' for ourselves. You will miss things about DL and FF, but I think it will just mostly make you very grateful for such an opportunity. There is no questioning Who has ordained these steps!Uniquely Normal Momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07576808826740309105noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5814271487764556555.post-72297611379221530522011-02-11T07:08:03.578-08:002011-02-11T07:08:03.578-08:00Thank you guys! It's really encouraging to kno...Thank you guys! It's really encouraging to know how God provided for you guys. I really believe in just a short while we'll be saying this is the best thing we ever did, too! We're so excited to see what He has planned!The Shindigshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11164159771368317585noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5814271487764556555.post-75386020200894738352011-02-11T06:27:43.297-08:002011-02-11T06:27:43.297-08:00Got the chills! I also moved sans job when I moved...Got the chills! I also moved sans job when I moved down to St. Paul. God provided so much more than I imagined (job WITH benefits! In the right field! that I was QUALIFIED for!). It's been 5 years now and when I think back to it, it reminds me just how faithful God is to take care of us.Mollyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10470522257186025925noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5814271487764556555.post-41108814417216138422011-02-10T20:56:49.425-08:002011-02-10T20:56:49.425-08:00I am so excited for you guys! My cousin's husb...I am so excited for you guys! My cousin's husband is a pastor out there - they live in Troutdale. When we moved to Colorado, we didn't have jobs either. It definitely takes some faith, but it was the best thing we ever did!Annahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05456923537706008522noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5814271487764556555.post-70716403851350147402011-02-10T14:08:47.503-08:002011-02-10T14:08:47.503-08:00Ok what a FUN FUN post! I'm excited about you ...Ok what a FUN FUN post! I'm excited about you coming here! So funny that you'll be in the apartments we were in. :o) Fun how those things work!The Erickson Familyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01506794841530393700noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5814271487764556555.post-82571588731963920752011-02-02T18:31:58.273-08:002011-02-02T18:31:58.273-08:00Thanks, Stacy! I am trying so hard not to focus on...Thanks, Stacy! I am trying so hard not to focus on the RUSH, but being so impatient for this to happen is my downfall and it makes the tension just that much greater for myself - I need to chill out and just enjoy the moment I'm in. I really do try every day (for a few minutes at least)!The Shindigshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11164159771368317585noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5814271487764556555.post-17377705236135618542011-02-02T18:07:48.290-08:002011-02-02T18:07:48.290-08:00UGH! Well, the DEVIL is in the details, isn't ...UGH! Well, the DEVIL is in the details, isn't it? I totally agree with you that the job just doesn't fit with your family. But sometimes we need that 'let down' to see that. I hate the old cliche about something better will come along but subscribing to the good optimistic view point that I do, I can't help but feel that way for you guys. It will happen. You just can't rush it. (((((hugs)))))Stacyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03241282980491783658noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5814271487764556555.post-54403927287795124072011-02-01T06:07:52.417-08:002011-02-01T06:07:52.417-08:00Thanks, Gen and Kelly! Your comments mean a lot. I...Thanks, Gen and Kelly! Your comments mean a lot. It's been an interesting season, but I know ultimately that these kinds of situations are meant to remind us to draw close to God and rely on His faithfulness and care, and that helps me through (even though I still moan and groan along the way!). I hope your upcoming season of change is revealing as well, Kelly! It's always an adventure!The Shindigshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11164159771368317585noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5814271487764556555.post-53294312077474979812011-01-31T16:49:52.166-08:002011-01-31T16:49:52.166-08:00Lana,
This is awesome! God arranged circumstances...Lana,<br />This is awesome! God arranged circumstances in much the same way 3 years ago when I was looking for a job out of college. I had two interviews in Fargo, but positions were given to other candidates due to inexperience. I 'thought' He had a purpose for me to stay in Fargo, at least for a couple of years, but I began to pray hard and look at jobs elsewhere. Then, a phone call came from nowhere telling me not to give up, that things were "happening in Fargo." Less than two weeks later, I accepted my current position teaching in Fargo. It is amazing how God provides and teaches us His faithfulness.<br /><br />Now, I feel He is leading me elsewhere, so it is dually encouraging to read your post. Keep the updates coming! I will pray for you and your family! <br />-KellyKellyJo24https://www.blogger.com/profile/18309318532875195208noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5814271487764556555.post-50984629069713648272011-01-31T16:10:57.600-08:002011-01-31T16:10:57.600-08:00Oh I really hope that this is it for you all, Lana...Oh I really hope that this is it for you all, Lana! You have been faithful, and even though you think you're whined too much, I don't see it that way at all! You've just been honest and shown us your heart. I will be praying, let us know how it goes!Uniquely Normal Momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07576808826740309105noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5814271487764556555.post-42595076492504620012011-01-15T22:42:38.815-08:002011-01-15T22:42:38.815-08:00Which is why I was driving and taking pictures at ...Which is why I was driving and taking pictures at the same time...The Shindigshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11164159771368317585noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5814271487764556555.post-62354589934588473172011-01-15T18:53:58.599-08:002011-01-15T18:53:58.599-08:00That kind of winter driving in MN is what we call ...That kind of winter driving in MN is what we call 'not that bad'.Abbamart Professional Beauty Supplyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08037368957763876004noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5814271487764556555.post-4171975796635639332010-11-17T07:58:20.007-08:002010-11-17T07:58:20.007-08:00Lana~ I think you ROCK! Both you and DH....for mak...Lana~ I think you ROCK! Both you and DH....for making this move. Dan and I have recently been throwing around a similar idea, so to hear another couple just doing it BECAUSE is the best news I have heard. <br /> I can TOTALLY relate to the food thing. The fish/seafood thing and the freezer burned 'fresh' seafood. My sincere congratulations and encouragement to make your life and your families life the absolute BEST it can be. MOVE IT GIRL!Dan and Christine Lawsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01742304665064334404noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5814271487764556555.post-6213884924449338422010-08-02T17:42:25.024-07:002010-08-02T17:42:25.024-07:00I know! That's what I think too. When I watche...I know! That's what I think too. When I watched Julie & Julia, I was almost in tears b/c I wanted to do that so bad! Jon bought my her cookbook and I'm in the process of collecting some Les Cruset, lol. I love cooking and I would give ANYTHING to head to Paris and attend a cooking school. If only for a week or two. How awesome would that be?!Stacyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03241282980491783658noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5814271487764556555.post-11984099356733076832010-08-02T17:39:44.227-07:002010-08-02T17:39:44.227-07:00I think that is so great! And exciting! Feel free ...I think that is so great! And exciting! Feel free to take me with you ;) I can't wait to watch this all come about!Tamihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17853919227057925682noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5814271487764556555.post-19958245448698979242010-08-02T07:34:34.621-07:002010-08-02T07:34:34.621-07:00Thanks a lot, Stacy! It's a big goal, but what...Thanks a lot, Stacy! It's a big goal, but what else will we do if we don't do this? :)<br /><br />Oh, that'd be great if you could make it there, too, Stacy. You'd be like Julia Child. You'd go for classes and end up an icon. I bet you can do it! They have so many classes at so many schools, and some are just a couple of weeks long.... :)The Shindigshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11164159771368317585noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5814271487764556555.post-91189723915062431692010-08-01T19:13:45.922-07:002010-08-01T19:13:45.922-07:00If anyone can do this, I know you guys can. I'...If anyone can do this, I know you guys can. I've watched as you guys worked 'DAVE' and became debt free. You can achieve this dream too.<br /><br />On a side note: I am so jealous!! I also dream of going to Paris to study cooking. Although, not on the level your husband does. I would be doing it more as a hobby and the love of cooking then the training of a craft to use as a professional. <br /><br />And one word of advice: As a military gal, let me tell you it's much more easier to move around when the kids are younger. :)Stacyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03241282980491783658noreply@blogger.com