Thursday, June 18, 2009

When Life Hands You Lemons...

Well... I was really hoping, praying, and wishing that I could be home with Beckam next year, but that is not going to happen! I found out today that my option of working from home is no longer an option :( I feel so deflated, frustrated, and unsure, but yet; I also feel blessed beyond measure, grateful, and hopeful for our future. Although it is going to rip my heart out to leave our sweet little angel with a babysitter, I know that I am so blessed to have a job right now in this awful economy. Not just a job, but one that I love and really enjoy!

Through all of this unemployment and uncertainty Mark and I have been blessed with peace of mind and the knowledge that things will work out. We are so blessed to have a healthy, beautiful baby boy, to have at least one income, to both have our education, to live in this beautiful valley, and most importantly to have each other and a wonderful family.

So to all of you who live in Logan... I am looking for someone who would take good care of my little boy while I am teaching next year. If you know of anyone... please let me know.

13 comments:

Jaci said...

Hang in there girl. I know things will work out for you guys. You deserve the best, and maybe that best option is just not ready quite yet. Let's hope it comes soon! :)
You are wonderful! Thanks for the visit!

Melissa said...

I am so bummed! I had hoped it would work out for you! Well, all I can say is they are missing out majorly on an amazing and wonderful teacher!

emily said...

I wish I had a little boy & I could watch them both. Maybe next year you can stay home & you can be my babysitter. I know how hard it is. It's so expensive. Keep your chin up. Something will work out. Lets play sometime.

Katie said...

Hi lady! I'm in the same boat... :( It's so hard. But, I've come to the realization that if I HAVE to work, this is the best possible job to have, I think. Can leave right at 3 if needed, summer's home....etc.

And...I have a lady who is going to watch Baby Cox, and I bet would be interested in another. She doesn't normally do day care (which I like, so it won't be like a "center". She's a mom of kids at Ellis, and I LOVE her and her family. And, there's an aide at school that mentioned she'd like to watch a baby at home with her baby (who is maybe a year and a half)....If you'd like either name and number, call me or email me, we'll chat!

Michelle Stott said...

Good luck! That is a bummer but I know I will be in that same situation someday. I know you will be blessed with your efforts. Enjoy your summer with him. Are you going back to the same school?

jared & amy nelson said...

Mindee,
Hi it's just me Amy. I am taking just two classes this fall on campus and the rest online so I would be more than willing to hang with your little one if that is something you want to consider. Jared and I are at home most of the time and we are well equipped with all kids of baby stuff from our own trying and having other little ones around. Hope you are having an enjoyable summer. Take care, Amy Dance

mcbingham said...

Oh Mindee, I'm so sorry that it didn't work out quite like you wanted. They are definitely missing out on the most amazing teacher ever! I love you Mindee and wish that I could teach with you again! You have such a positive attitude. Thanks for your example! I wish I could watch Beckam :) I know that things will work out for the best though! We need to get together soon.

Meg said...

Hey Mindee,

You have such a great attitude about life. Way to look at the blessings even when things aren't exactly the way you want them. You will be blessed for it! I love being able to keep up with you on your blog. Your little one is so cute!

Megan

The Straley's said...

You know I would love to help! If there's anything I can do, let me know!

Evelyn said...

You guys have such an amazing attitude and it's helping me. We're facing a similar situation in not knowing how we're going to make it when our baby comes and we don't know any babysitters. I know it will work out and thanks for restoring my faith!

The Smith's said...

Mindee you're one of the most positive people I know. You'll be blessed for your optimism. I'm so sorry for your situation, that has to be SO hard. This too shall pass and you'll be blessed by helping your family! Good luck with everything!

steveandjodiwinn said...

Mindee your little guy is adorable! I wish I lived in Logan still I would have loved to watch your little guy. Good Luck. You have such a cute family!

Ashley and Nate said...

My heart goes out to you Mind...leaving Hannah was very hard. But you have a great outlook and you will appreciate EVERY little second you have with baby Beckam. You are so strong!