The Joys of Having a Home

Today marks the third time we have been stood up by the carpet replacement guys. Now, I'm new to the world of "service" companies who say they're coming between 8-12 on Friday or what not. But really--does it really hurt anyone to call when they realize they're not going to make it? I woke up early this morning, and I've been sitting at our home all morning waiting. Any word? Any sign? Negative. But I don't have anything else I could be doing today, right? Ridiculous. Three times I have taken off work or gone out of my way to be here when they could be here. Frustrating. Next time they call, Roy D. might answer.

So, other than the festering pet stain in the hallway, Claudia and I are loving our home. She's been living here for over one month, and my stuff continues to arrive slowly but surely. I'm eager to have all my stuff in one place.

This will hardly be adequate, but Claudia and I want to say thank you for the amazing outpouring of marriage encouragement and wedding gifts. We have been awestruck by God's generosity through all of you. We've had a blast getting our home put together, and we're eager to open it for others to use.

Our wedding day is 14 days away. Ironically, the wedding plans are actually the best thing we have going on. The only stress we feel has to do with each of our respective jobs. But we're also eager for our calendars to calm down. We're missing time with friends.

At this point, I most grateful that our relationship has continued to grow through all of the stress. I would imagine some couples get to the altar and feel like they hardly know each other. I'm very thankful that Claudia and I have continued to grow in love. We need encouragement not to elope. :o)