1/12/10

2010. . . What a doozie!

Hello to everyone! Well, 2010 has been qquite a doozie for Arm and I. I hope it has been better for you. We've had quite a few surprises pertaining to our dogs. First, Arm's favorite dog, Duke, the one we've had the longest, got out of the gate and was hit by a car and broke his femur bone and needed surgery. Praise God that a guy that Arm knew from college helped us out a lot and gave us a discounted rate! It was SUCH a blessing.

A few days after that, we got a call from Arm's dad. Arm had a red Thai dog that was a very good breed and we bred her. She was supposed to have her puppies this past week. However, when Arm's dad called, we found out someone had poisoned her and she died. This hit Arm and his family pretty hard since they really loved this dog. We were also planning to sell her puppies and one of them was already promised to someone.

Our third surprise is Duke again. This past Sunday, we noticed the leg he had surgery on was hurting him again and so we took him to the same vet as before. We found out he dislocated his femur bone, but his previous surgery was fine. We didn't think he would need surgery again, but Arm talked with another vet and he said he should have surgery. We really don't want to put him through surgery again, however we will talk to a few more doctors and see what the majority say.

Through all of this God has been gracious and continually providing for us through friends, encouragement, and each other. We definitely know it could be much worse and we're thankful for everything God has given us. God is also preparing the way for us in the states, which is a wonderful confirmation that we are following His lead. If you've ever moved even in the USA, generally as time moves closer, you wonder if you're doing the right thing. Well, moving to the other side of the world is an even bigger jump and God has continually confirmed us over and over again that this is what He wants us to do.

Things to pray for:
1) Moving schdule: I'm a planner, but most Thai people are not. Please pray that things will go according to plan so that it will be as low stress as possible. For those of you who have moved, you know moving is anything but low stress. If we can stay on target, it will make everything easier on Arm and I and we will be able to enjoy our time here.

2) Jobs: My mom has been wonderful and is looking for starter jobs for us in different places and things look good, but also pray for that God will provide more permanent jobs with insurance, etc. for us.

3) Housing situation: My parents have graciously allowed us to stay with them, which is more than we could've asked for. They're even turning an upstairs bedroom into a living room for us, which is so sweet of them! Please pray that everything will work out. Arm and I are hoping to stay there for 6 months to a year. Pray that this will strengthen all of our relationships and our marriage.

4) Arm: Changing cultures is a huge change and Arm's never been away from home more than 2 months when he stayed in the USA. I'm so thankful that Arm has gotten to know my parents, especially my mom since she was able to come here for a month before our wedding, as well as a couple of my family members through e-mail and skype and 2 of my parents close friends. I'm also happy that we're living with my parents so that he won't be home alone if I get a job first. However, continue to pray for him. It will be a big adjustment for him, but we're both ready for the new adventure God is bringing our way.

God has continually provided for us thus far and we have confidence and faith in Him that He will continue to do so and we are so thankful and encouraged by knowing all of you will be lifting us up before His throne. May God bless you all and continually provide for all of your needs.

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