It's only bee a little over 24 hours for me but I've had a great first day. Carter and I went exploring the town of Cowra. We walked into town and on our way spotted a beautiful friendly horse, lots of beautiful trees and birds it was great to get out and get some good old country air.
Once in town we explored the shops finding some great treasures. Like a warm onesie for Carter and some lightening mc queen slippers. Some school shoes on sale for Mc Kay and an interior design book that looked perfect for Sariah.
After strolling around for a few hours we walk home spotting two gorgeous Dalmatians playing in their fenced front yard that came right over to greet Carter and I.
We stopped again to say hello to the horse, this time taking turns patting his nose and laughing as he tried to nibble at our hands.
The weather is cold in the mornings and at night, but during the day the sun is beautiful.
I baked a banana cake for afternoon tea {which was delicious!!}
Taylah and Mathias are loving it here. I'm pretty sure Kerry is too. He's much happier with work which over all make him much happier at home, although I haven't really seen him much. He leaves before I get up and comes home right before I'm ready to go to bed.
One day at a time :)
Thursday, August 21, 2014
Wednesday, August 20, 2014
Making Changes
So we've kind of moved. It all happened really really quickly but I feel it's where we're meant to be, and if it doesn't work out, it'll be a learning experience.
So much happening where do begin!?
Kerry resigned from his job in Sydney and has taken on work with my uncle in Cowra for a couple of weeks. Rather than be apart from Kerry for that time, the five of us have moved in with my uncle and auntie while Kerry works on this job AND back in Sydney my mum and sister will be working on renovations on our apartment.
Big stuff huh!
So much happening where do begin!?
Kerry resigned from his job in Sydney and has taken on work with my uncle in Cowra for a couple of weeks. Rather than be apart from Kerry for that time, the five of us have moved in with my uncle and auntie while Kerry works on this job AND back in Sydney my mum and sister will be working on renovations on our apartment.
Big stuff huh!
Tuesday, August 12, 2014
The Frenchies come downunder
It's been such and awesome last couple of weeks, my Uncle Gordon, his partner Carine and their two children Alana (10) and Jesse (6) are here on holiday. I have meet and spent time with Uncle Gordon and Carine before but this is the first time meeting Alana and Jesse. They live all the way over in France where Carine is from.
It's kind of exciting to have french cousins and they are so adorable I love listening to them speak in french to their parents.
They spent their first week in Australia seeing the sights in Sydney. Then the second week in Cowra. Kerry and I drove out on the Wednesday night and Thursday we all went to Dubbo Zoo. Saturday we had a family Christmas in July which was so much fun and all the kids loved it.
We finished the night off with a massive bonfire and toasted marshmallows.
Sunday we all drove home to Sydney.
The third week Uncle Gordon, Carine, Alana, Jesse and Mum went to Carines and they just arrived back in Sydney today.
They will be leaving on Friday which I'm not looking forward to, it will be sad to see them go.
Friday, August 8, 2014
My Calling as Compassionate Service leader
It's been quite some time since I've been here and I could go on about how busy I've been when really, I know I could have made time to sit and write a few lines.
This year has been incredible for me. Words cannot begin to express the range of emotions that have flowed through my life over the last 12 months and the immense gratitude I feel to those who have helped me find my way.
Currently, we are anticipating some fairly big changes. We are planning to renovate our apartment to potentially use the equity to consolidate debt and invest in the hopes to buy a home.
There are plenty of if's, but's and what if's in that plan but learning to take a leap of faith will be an experience in itself.
I am excited. I am happy with where I am at this stage of my life. That's not to say I don't still have a down day here and there, but I'm learning a lot.
A few months ago I was called to serve in my ward as the compassionate service leader. I absolutely love my calling and getting to know the sisters and families in my ward so much more than a passing 'hello' on Sundays as I chase my 2 year old through the hall ways.
I have seen that we all struggle. We all have challenges and no one is exempt from life's trials. I've also seen that we need each other, we need to be there for each other more than just seeing you on a Sunday because we can help one another and often with little effort. A 5 minute phone call can help brighten someone's day because essentially you are saying "Hey, you are in my thoughts and I just want you to know I'm here if you need anything"
I feel greater love for those in my ward and realise this is how it's meant to be. Like family. We don't have to like everyone, but learning to look past someone's faults and our own judgements of them and truly learning to see each and everyone as a child of our Heavenly Father really helps put things in perspective.
I don't feel like it's a calling when I phone members and chat to them, I don't feel like it's a calling when I go visit with them in their homes, help them clean up or help with whatever. It feels like I'm making more friends. Which is kind of funny for me because I've never been one to initiate a chat or conversation with anyone. But I love it, and I love the sisters and members I'm getting to know.
This year has been incredible for me. Words cannot begin to express the range of emotions that have flowed through my life over the last 12 months and the immense gratitude I feel to those who have helped me find my way.
Currently, we are anticipating some fairly big changes. We are planning to renovate our apartment to potentially use the equity to consolidate debt and invest in the hopes to buy a home.
There are plenty of if's, but's and what if's in that plan but learning to take a leap of faith will be an experience in itself.
I am excited. I am happy with where I am at this stage of my life. That's not to say I don't still have a down day here and there, but I'm learning a lot.
A few months ago I was called to serve in my ward as the compassionate service leader. I absolutely love my calling and getting to know the sisters and families in my ward so much more than a passing 'hello' on Sundays as I chase my 2 year old through the hall ways.
I have seen that we all struggle. We all have challenges and no one is exempt from life's trials. I've also seen that we need each other, we need to be there for each other more than just seeing you on a Sunday because we can help one another and often with little effort. A 5 minute phone call can help brighten someone's day because essentially you are saying "Hey, you are in my thoughts and I just want you to know I'm here if you need anything"
I feel greater love for those in my ward and realise this is how it's meant to be. Like family. We don't have to like everyone, but learning to look past someone's faults and our own judgements of them and truly learning to see each and everyone as a child of our Heavenly Father really helps put things in perspective.
I don't feel like it's a calling when I phone members and chat to them, I don't feel like it's a calling when I go visit with them in their homes, help them clean up or help with whatever. It feels like I'm making more friends. Which is kind of funny for me because I've never been one to initiate a chat or conversation with anyone. But I love it, and I love the sisters and members I'm getting to know.
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