Four Months (and not counting)

I'm still trying to get into the habit of blogging. Words have been difficult for me for quite some time. I used to journal all the time; my life is well documented very well from 1993-2003. Then, I started being a social worker and couldn't quite get the motivation to w-r-i-t-e. I still have the urge, though, even if that means my posts are few and far between.

The Beloved and me celebrated our 4 month anniversary yesterday. Actually, we are both really bad at remembering dates, so we didn't really celebrate, but yesterday did mark four months of marriage. We have had a fun time so far. Many people ask us how we've adjusted and we both wonder if we're supposed to have some sort of profound answer like, "Besides the toothpaste squeezing issue and having someone around all the time, things are great." Since we have a jack and jill bathroom in our apartment, hypothetical answer 'a' doesn't apply. Even answer 'b' hasn't been an issue. My hypothesis is that because we've known each other for so long and because we were a bit older when we married, things may be a easier. Of course, we've only been married four months and are extremely blessed.

The major adjustment for me has been not having a job. I moved to Charleston (willingly and happily) from Waco and the best job I've ever had. I *love* teaching. Teaching brought me vocational fulfillment like no other job I've had. My unrealistic expectation was that I would move to Charleston, get married, go out the following week and find a job. Not the case. Many in my circle are getting laid off and it took me THREE MONTHS to get my first interview. This has been quite an assault on my self esteem and has taught me many lessons. I'm learning how to let go of control and enjoy some time off. Now that the house is almost finished, it will be a blessing to be able to get settled before starting work.

It has also been a great discipline to see how God has shown up in the midst of this transition. I have friends here, some I've known since middle school, others are newer friends, who have given me great companionship. One in particular is traveling a similar journey and who has been so patient with my whinings. I am grateful and blessed.