Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is quickly approaching. We have a lot to be thankful for.

First, we want to thank you for giving us time and space to readjust to life back in the States while working through healing in our lives. Though we never would have imagined living in Dallas, it has been the perfect place to get back on our feet, slow down, and focus on the health of our family.

Shortly after arriving we found a little rental in south Dallas and Jacob began working at a fern farm called Casa Flora as the Technical Supervisor. We sense God’s leading in providing a stable job with consistent hours while working under a gracious Christian man who also happened to be a missionary kid.

In August, Carmen was offered a full-time position as staff midwife at a birth center in north Dallas. We decided to try switching roles; Carmen working full and Jacob staying home to care for and homeschool the children. It surprised us how much we enjoyed the switch and how well it is working for our family.

A few months into work at the birth center Carmen was abruptly fired. This is hard to explain in words without unnecessary blame. Ultimately the whole situation was painful. On a positive note, we now know that we function well as a family with a working mom and a stay-at-home dad.

We are back to the drawing board and are in the process of figuring out the next step. A few midwifery options are being considered, and we would appreciate your prayers.

This year has been tough, but we continue to be amazed at God’s gracious leading. Silas has learned to read and is tackling advanced first grade books. Jason continues to be the fiery red head, energizer bunny of the family. The twins have learned to run, jump, ride tricycles, and are starting to talk.

We have been blessed with your prayers, love, and encouragement and are thankful that God has placed each one of you in our lives.