Still Waiting for The Lord's Timing

This past couple of days have been rough. I (Kendra) have had a 102 fever and have had lots of time to think. Upon couch potato-ing it, I have had a chance to just do nothing and try to sweat out my fever, but have had time to meditate upon the Lord during this time. I've been able to pray more, and just dwell with the Lord and sit at His feet. We learned yesterday, that we will not be moving into the townhouse that we thought we were going to, due to a change in price. Such news was a little upsetting for the already weak and sickly wife, but I have come to accept it with grace, and am at peace with our decision. I know the Lord has a place for us, and although it's hard to comprehend his will, I am confident in His perfect timing. So to those of us out there today who are discouraged, let the Lord guide and He will provide. That's my prayer today.
Sincerely,
Kendra

A Memorable 21st Birthday

I have the sweetest husband on the planet. The morning of my birthday I woke up to french toast and donuts and then was told to pack up for the night. We then headed to the mall where we proceeded to forever21 to pick out a dress for dinner (forever21 ... 21st birthday - he's cute). After picking one out, we got a couple slices of pizza to waste time (for what reason I was unaware of at the time). We then headed to downtown and checked into a FABULOUS hotel - Embassy Suites of Tampa. Our room overlooked all of Harbour Island and Bayshore. It was beautiful. We hung around the awesome 3rd floor pool, had snacks at the manager's reception and then took the trolley to Ybor for dinner. The Spaghetti Warehouse is one of my favorite places to eat in Ybor. It's got an awesome atmosphere with lots of memories there too. We walked around Ybor for a little while then took the trolley back to the hotel for the night. The next day I got to go back to Ybor to spend one of Pete's gifts to me, an Urban Outfitters giftcard, and then we headed home. Relaxing at a pool and hotel for a day really takes it out of you! haha. Then my parents arrived in Brandon and we all (Pete's family and mine) went to JoTo's for dinner. We came back to the house after for presents and cookie-icecream sundays. I am so blessed to have such a loving husband and family who love me so much. Thanks everyone. To see more pictures, visit my facebook:

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To Grandmother's House We Go

This past Thursday we had a special arrival! Grandma Esther arrived to surprise Emily, our sister, for her 18th birthday. Every knew but her, and it was quite the shock. So far we have had lots of fun and are always so blessed by her presence. She is such a young spirit, and we really enjoy having her visit for her long stays. Sorry California, she'll be here for a few more weeks, then you can have her back!
As for Pete and I, we have been doing great. Still living with his family and saving saving saving. We are hoping to move out in the coming months, and have a couple opportunities. Still praying about it. This week for me is finals week; one down, two to go. Pray for me to manage my time well. I have taken the week off of work to make sure I do.
We pray that you are living in the Lord and seeking his will for your life. We love you all family.

Sincerely,
Kendra

Living in the Lord

This year has been the first year I have decided to read through the bible chronologically. It has been such a blessing. It is still so amazing to me that the Lord knows exactly what I need to hear and when I need to hear it, and this year so far has been such a blessing being fed everyday from Genesis to Revelation. I challenge anyone who hasn't, or hasn't in a while to do the same. It is so refreshing. I am reading Charles Stanley's version, and the commentary is fantastic that is included with each day. I am just so blessed to hear God speak to me so intimately and so personally. Be blessed by His mighty word in your life today.

Love,
Kendra

Currently: Employed

I am currently employed! I (Kendra) have received a formal offer to be a nanny, one day a week from 1-9p. It was totally Christ centered. The woman contacted me, after seeing my ad on craigslist. This, I saw as the first sign for a divine appointment. I have been faithfully (and by faithfully I mean hours out of my day) searching for jobs. With no such luck, I became more determined and, somewhat angry. I felt that employment was my only way to moving out. I let my heart become hard to living with my in-laws. Not necessarily towards them, (although I'm sure it was on some occasions) but to the idea of not being my own family, on our own, self sufficient. Through God's sweet nature, He revealed to me the need for being content in my surroundings. This was very hard for me. I love not just living with my new husband on our own, but the passionate skill of decorating and painting and moving furniture and always changing my home (when I had one). So to not have a place just for us for almost 6 months now (when I set myself up to think it would only be for a short while) was a struggle. However, now being on the other side of this hill, I am thankful to God for his sovereignty and for my stubborness. Without either, I would not be content and would still have a heart of bitterness. All that being said, within days of this new outlook on life, opportunities for employement have been poured upon me. The nanny job will meet most of our financial needs, but to tie things up in a nice pretty bow, I have the opportunity to also meet with a 3 year old girl in need of speech therapy a few hours a week, and also a babysitting job once a week. When it rains it pours, as my mother would say. God is so good! Pete and I are currently praying about where the Lord will lead us to live in the next coming months. We know it importance of saving while we can, but also are praying about the right time to move out and onward. We covet your prayers.
With utmost sincerity,
Kendra Lynne

Funny Stuff.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bYI_aOyCn9Y

Take the time to brighten your day.
Enjoy.

Kendi the Job Hunter Finds Success!

This past week I have had three job opportunities! Praise Jesus! I am praying about which, or all, to take. I am capable of all, as long as they don't coincide with one another. At any rate, I am blown away by God's mercies and perfect will.

Numero Uno: Babysitting once a week, when needed. Extra Cash = more junk food! (Just Kidding)
Numero Dos: Speech Therapy for 2 yr. old girl, 3-4 hours a week. Such an opportunity.
Numero Tres: Nannying once a week, 8 hours on Tuesdays. Will pretty much handle our financial gap, if I get this job. I REALLY WANT THIS JOB!

In conclusion, I need all the prayer I can get. Mostly for a peace of mind, if I do get the jobs. That the families will be in safe neighborhoods, and be good people who want to hire a good person like me! (by good I mean morally sound, not perfect). Also, pray for stability. The last job I took I had for a week had my spirit was soaring at the thought of domestic freedom, then CRASH! the job was over. So just PRAY! Details to follow!
Love,Kendra