winding down

Things are definitely winding down for us. Tonight will be Scott's last night speaking at youth (there is one more regular youth meeting and an end-of-the-year party yet) After church today we were driving to a restaurant and I commented on a certain restaurant we haven't been to for awhile. We realized we likely won't be eating there again before we leave. Next week we drive to El Paso for our last visit and on our way back we'll be getting our papers renewed for the last time. So my days are filling up with sort of a melancholy feeling. But still, I'm happy.

I haven't written at all about our upcoming move to Canada. During the time I was really processing it and dealing with the changes I couldn't mention it because it was this big secret. And now that it's public news... well, I've hashed and rehashed enough in my mind and with Scott that I don't really feel the need to do it here. Last week I was about to split wide open with all my thoughts and emotions and I sure could have used this outlet!

When Scott first shared this idea with me on his return from that meeting in Oasis, I could do nothing but cry. Not that I was so opposed to moving to Canada... it was just such a shock, such a drastic turnaround in our plans. After the shock subsided, we were able to really talk and pray about it and we can see how God has been moving us in this direction for months. Once again, if we had really heeded Him in the first place, instead of relying on human wisdom, it would have been easier for us! And despite all the unknowns in our near and distant future (and let me tell you, there are a few) I have been flooded with peace. I am especially thankful for all the support we have received. Of the people we have told, not one has even suggested we reconsider. That is a blessing.