Later this evening we'll be going to Hot August Nights in Downtown Bloomington...another summer festival that features local bands, local restaurants and fun things to do with the family. It's a festival that compares to the Taste of Chicago...except that there are only 15 restaurants and food prices are about 75% cheaper.
I love these opportunities for Susan, Isabelle and I to spend significant time together...especially with the upcoming move to Chicago. Life in Chicago is so fast, and when you are responsible for your own business there are dangers of losing focus of your family and friends. It's a great reminder for me to always remember that success is not the amount of money I bring home but the amount of love and time I dedicate to my family.
This past week there have been thoughts (doubts? no, not doubts) in our mind about moving to Chicago and our reasoning for it. I've never doubted the move, but have been feeling somewhat discouraged. We've worked so hard for this to happen and are really sacrificing so much, financially and emotionally. We know that it is not just our desire to be in Chicago, but God's plan that we move there now. There have been sure signs of this:
- 1st - getting through the State Farm hiring process and being blessed with the opportunity to own my own business,
- 2nd - passing all the tough state and federal exams for Insurance licenses and Securities regulations, and
- 3rd - bringing a family from Jacksonville, IL at the exact right time to buy our home in this down housing market.
Please continue to pray for us, especially Isabelle, and the process of moving away from Isabelle's birthplace and moving towards ours.
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I'm glad you're paying attention to the blessings that are falling into place for you. Sometimes it's really hard to push forward because there's a natural discomfort that comes with the growth process. On the other hand, there's so much encouragement to be found when you're tuned into all the small things that line up and click together toward your goals.
I have no doubt that you, Susan and Isabelle will become really successful once you're re-established in Chicago. Just think...you'll KNOW exactly how far you've come when you look in your "rear view mirror". It's then that you see how much grace you were given to conquer all those obstacles and uncomfortable bumps on the road back to Chicago.
Much love to you and your fam.
-Beena
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