Well, there have been a few developments here in the Pietch household. No, I am not preggers (thank goodness) but Bryan DID get a job! He is now employed by Aflac as a sales associate. It's straight commission, which could be great...or really frustrating. But he is excited to give it a shot. He's been training for the past few weeks and has just started going to visit businesses. I'm happy for him, I'm glad he has something to put his energy toward, but it does make me anxious. Mostly it's because I'm not trusting God to provide for us and I feel like we should control the financial provision for our lives. But, alas, this is not so. God wants Bryan at Aflac and he wants me at Shmashmica. It's interesting how quickly my thoughts turn away from God and his plans for our lives and instead are focused on what I think SHOULD be happening. I realized this week that I have not been focused on what the Lord wants for my life at all. Instead I have been worrying about what the world will throw my way. I haven't been praying for direction or guidance, I've been trying to get through each day without hope that the Lord will show me the way. I was chatting with Bryan about this on our way to the Outlet Mall (he was kind enough to take me...and then promptly spent much more than me on clothing ha!) and I was just saying how all the changes in our lives have not lead to a closer relationship with the Lord, but instead I have forgotten him all together. Hopefully, now that we have some normalcy in our lives we can get back to focusing on what the Lord wants for our lives and the plans he has for us.
On another note...I still have not posted any pictures of Knoxville, those will be coming soon! Our apartment is in order and we have some great spots around the city where we like to spend our time.
Work is going well. I still like the job, although managing is a difficult position. Dealing with people (both employees and customers) is always a challenge. Thankfully the Lord has blessed me with control and so I haven't exploded at work. I have been able to remain professional even when I wanted to scream bloody murder. Sometimes I have to remind myself that I have only been doing this for about 6 months and I will make mistakes. The perfectionist in me writhes whenever I make a mistake, but usually I can fix it before anyone else finds out. Oh well, things are going to happen and I'm going to do something wrong once and awhile, I guess.
So, a promise goes out...I will post Knoxville pictures! But for now, it's time for more coffee and breakfast! Good Morning blogger nation! It's going to be a beautiful day!
