Harold lost his job.
I mean....he didn't misplace his job, but rather after 12 years he was let go. As in, they used to hold him like a balloon string and suddenly like an absent-minded toddler.....they let the string slide away from them and Harold is now floating, untethered.
He has been earnestly seeking employment and has technically only been out of work for three days, today is day four.
He has had one interview and has another scheduled. He has attended the LDS Employment Center's Career Workshop (today is day two of two at the workshop). He has applied at numerous places for numerous jobs.
He has had experts look at his resume and suggest a MAJOR overhaul, which he is working on.
Sometimes there is underlying unease in the pit of my stomach, but on top of that is a very real sense of calm and peace....and of blessings I am unable to count.
Financially we have a bit of time, not a lot, but some time.
I feel like I am unable to adequately express how blessed I feel right now.
We have a temple opening soon. My family will be volunteering for a day at the open house. My son will be able to participate in the cultural celebration.
Here are four of my greatest blessings:
1. Harold, 2. Savannah, 3. Mackson, 4. The temple.
I have no doubt that Harold will find the right job at the right time. He is probably the hardest worker I know. He is relentless, dogged, earnest, kind. Any company would be lucky to have him.
Funny how blessings come in ways we never expected and never asked for. Heavenly Father knows me, He knows us. He knows what we need. I have faith in his plan for me and all his children.
There is a reason the gospel is called the great plan of happiness. I feel joyful and happy when I follow the plan. The fear comes when I lose sight of the plan.
At this moment, I feel peace, hope, joy, gratitude, love, calm.
