Sorry it has been a while, but we have had some major stuff going on in La Casa de Eisenberger.
Last week, our furnace decided to kick the bucket for good. This normally wouldn't be a big deal in November in Charlotte, except we have had near record lows, and of course we have three little ones now. We were finally able get someone to come out on Thursday and replace the unit, but we have had issues with it ever since. Up until that point we were living with space heaters and keeping the boys holed up in their room (or going out to warmer places) when it was too unbearable. The same company came out again this morning and it seems to be actually heating the house so hopefully this means that it is fixed for the long haul.
In other sad news, I lost my job on Wednesday. My organization deemed it necessary to make layoffs association wide, and unfortunately, mine was one of the positions our branch chose to eliminate. For a myriad of reasons that I won't delve into, I knew deep down that this was coming, so I was not caught off gaurd when I was asked to meet with our interim executive director and human resources manager. I loved my job and the association I worked for, so this is quite hard for me. I am still stuck somewhere between the denial and anger phases of grief. On the upside, I know there are many, many blessings in this, including more time with my boys, but before everyone starts chiming in with how great it will be to be at home, please hear me when I say: I am not stay at home mother material. Kudos to you moms who are. Also, I have to work, at least a little, to help with the finances. I know I am going to sound like a broken record when I say that we went into major debt over our infertility treatments and adoption. The money we raised earlier this year helped us beyond belief, but we still have mucho debt that we acquired on the road to parenthood.
The highlight of our week though was going to see Iron & Wine in concert in Asheville on Thursday (see above video of them performing "Resurrection Fern" from our show at the Orange Peel and fall in love with Sam Beam if you aren't already a HUGE fan). Troy bought me the tickets for my birthday way back in August. It was a great show and great to be able to get away for a little bit. A great big thanks to our friends Mark and Tara Weathers for watching the boys for us.
Troy and I are looking forward to the week ahead. This is literally the boys first ever Thanksgiving. They are very excited about going to Nana and Pop Pop's for the holiday. They keep asking when we are going to see our family. I may have said this before, but I will say it again, I think they are just so excited to have family. I know we are excited to have them. Thanksgiving is going to be loud and crazy and wonderful! So much to be thankful for!
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All I can say is keep your chin up and God will lead the way. you are in our prayers.
Since we don't have the confidence yet to face the challenges of a third child and adoption, we'd like to support people who do (esp. those we like). It's Melissa & Scott Carter from Norfolk, well, now from Albuquerque. Our son Nathaniel, 4, is thriving, and loves Bumblebee the transformer. Wish we were closer. Let us know how to support you, and thanks for posting prayer requests.
Have so much fun with the family and I can't wait to see pictures of the boys when they see the spread!! =0)
Praying for you guys as you adjust to life and figure out where the Lord is taking you in your transition! If you need anything, let me know!
Sorry to hear your about your week. WOW, losing a job is rough. I have lost 2 over the years due to cuting/agency closing etc..it is not fun. However, God always showed us the path we were to be on and it always worked out. I am a stay at home mom and I for sure I am not stay at home mom material...most days I think this..LOL however, we do this for our boys..it is our sacrifice..we are in major debt..adding 3 boys in your life in one day takes on major debt and resuffle of money..but we did and we have a debt plan to get us out and we know God is helping us and this is what he wanted..so hang on, enjoy Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years...pray and God will show you what to do..Hugs!
Andrea,
I'm so sorry you lost your job. What a great gift for the holidays, right? I understand your dilema when it comes to the expenses paid out during the past few years. We're in the same boat except I want 1-2 more kids. That means more money...Praying for you, that you'll find a job soon. Have a Happy Thanksgiving!
As usual I try to see the silver lining in the cloud. I remember back to having three kids and us working different shifts. You know you do what you need to do. My thoughts went to if Troy is working days maybe something would open up a couple evenings a week somewhere and you wouldn't have to worry about child care cost- which would be a huge plus. I can't help but think the Lord would not have directed you down this road without a positive outcome in His bigger plan. we continue to pray for all of you and love you all very much. If we lived closer we'd be snatching those little boys up on weekends!!!!
Love you much,
Mamacath
well i am sorry that you are without a job. i know it is hard and can be a huge source of anxiety. we will be praying that the Lord continues to reveal Himself and all He has for you, and that He will provide a new job for you quickly. have a wonderful thanksgiving!
the thought of your boys running wild during thanksgiving and have such a fabulous time makes me smile soooooo wide :) xxx.
We are very excited to have these three special little boys in our family. We couldn't wait for them to get here for their visit. And now that they are here we are going to have such fun. We have Andrea, Troy, Amanda, Rico, RJ, Stephanie, & 6- yes count them 6 grandchildren; at our house for Thanksgiving; Liana, Samuel, Ethan, Daniel, Luis and Riley. We are truly blessed.
Love Nana and Pop Pop
I am so sorry to hear about your job. That is so frustrating, especially when you enjoyed it. I know what you mean about not being stay at home mom material. I adore my son and this past week's vacation with him was great... but I make sure to always tell the daycare teachers how much I appreciate them, because the help keep me sane. Enjoy the holidays and good luck with your job hunt.
I'm so sorry about your job thing, especially with the job you love. I wonder what next adventure is ahead for you in that department.
I love how ALL your boys have that beautiful curly hair. It is absolutely gorgeous on already gorgeous boys. Kudos to you for the barber shop experience in your home! Cool.
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