**Praise** -school update

I have a great Praise report - I found out last week that Isabella and Soren will be able to attend Las Brisas for school in September. I cried when the Mindy(vice principal) called me, and then I called Cami and cried more, I felt numb all day. It is an amazing testiment to PRAYER! This trail has taught me to be faithful in prayer and TRUST in God and his plan will be revealed. I listened patiently (not my best thing), and I looked into the other options, and even though I wasn't thrilled with the other school, I would have worked it out if that was his plan for our kids.
I know we belong at Las Brisas, my job is not done there, PTF is going into it's 2nd year and will only be stronger, even with less families. The kids will both be in combo classes, which isn't my first choice but with enrollment down I understand the need. Isabella will have her teacher from last year, she is tough, but she is really smart and the kids will learn so much. Soren and Parker will be in the same class, which will be fun for them. Now my only stress is getting new backpacks and uniforms - Praise God!!!

It has taken a huge load off my back, only to have a bigger one put on at work. My job is very busy, we are short 2 consultants, summer is always busy and our clients seem to be very busy transfering their employees. My caseload is getting up to my goal weight (my personal goal weight...) Now that my focus is off the school issue, my mind is clear and I can focus - oh and I'm going on vacation next week and actually excited about camping.

Another quick Praise - Sunday the kids sang their VBS songs in church, so I told Mike if he wanted to come watch them, he typically will come if they are singing and then he leaves. I have been in prayer for Mike's heart to continue to be soften and him to come to a relationship with the Lord - again all in the Lord's timing. I NEVER push him on this issue, I do tell him I wish he came to church with me sometimes. He is very supportive and never talks bad about us going to church, and always is encouraging with Awana etc... (he is already a good christian he just doesn't know it yet). Anyway back on topic.... On Sunday, after the kids sang he asked "do you want me to go out to my truck and get your glasses" and I said "are you staying " and he hesitated a second and then said "yes" - I was so happy! It was a good sermon and 3 new deacons were moved up and 1 elder - so Mike got to hear their testimony, which were very basic and proved they are not different then the rest of us, the testimonies weren't all about - I did drugs and found the Lord, I stole and found the Lord, I cheated and found the Lord. I think Mike has more of an issue with those type of testimonies and feels he doesn't have those issues so he (may) not need the Lord. I just continue to pray for his salvation.

Well I better get back to work!
Have a great Wednesday - xxox Caroline