The results are in...

and I GOT THE JOB! I was in {almost} complete shock this morning when I received the call from my boss offering me the job at Bethany! Between the awkwardness of the interview, the extended wait time of selecting a final candidate and my somewhat obsessive tendency to over analyze EVERYTHING I had convinced myself my chances were gone! Not so, my friends! Apparently after multiple meetings and conversations with all involved with the awkward interview day, it was a unanimous decision! I will begin my new role as Lead Staff of the local office on November 2!!!
There are a lot of mixed emotions flooding our home. I am beginning to grieve the reality that my short 16 month stint as a full-time-stay-at-home-mom is nearing an end. I have cherished (at least REALLY tried to cherish) every moment I have been granted during that time. I was able to be so very present with my kiddos during some turbulent transitions, and I am so thankful for that! I know they will be fine. They are deeply loved and solid in that reality.
I am allowing myself to get excited about the ministry God has prepared me for outside of our home. I love adoption and feel completely honored to be able to walk with families through their journeys.
Michael, although relieved to know he can finally be free from his current miserable job, is beginning to accept his new reality, too. That will take some major adjusting. There aren't a lot of "stay-at-home-dad's" out there. Yet, we both are excited to see what new opportunities present themselves for him. Subbing, meals with the family, coursework, being able to see his kids each day (which has not been the case in the past 10 months) a return to youth ministry...only time will tell what the Lord has in store!
Since we made the decision to apply for the job 4 months ago, we have felt confirmation from God on multiple levels that we were headed on His path for us. Today provided even more of those confirmations and we are so grateful! That certainly does not mean the road will be easy and without trial, but we know He will provide and sustain us through it all! Thanks for all of your prayers, notes, phone calls and support.