As soon as we get home...

... I am embarking on a new journey.

Recently, I have really felt the Lord tugging at my heart strings. He knows how unhappy I am at my job - which is going nowhere - and yet, that I am thankful at the same time for the employment that I have.

Today, when I logged on to check our bank accounts (I have not been good about it while we've been in Hawaii), I noticed that my paycheck from last week (which was all vacation, except for 2 days, and should have been the same pay), was significantly more than the previous week, which was the same as last week - 40 hours. I'm hoping it means that I'm getting a raise - or it was a bonus - or something.

But, nonetheless, I am still feeling very uncomfortable.

My work environment has become toxic. I can't even make it through a day without getting upset or angry with my co-workers. There is one good thing about my job - I am employed, and earn a paycheck. I see no other good coming from it, though.

I feel like I need to get moving on my shop (etsy), and clear out all the rest of my eBay stuff so that I can turn over a new leaf, and start saving for my dreams.

And so, here are my long-term career goals:

1) Purchasing several acres of land in Snohomish County.

2) Building our home on some of that land, in a secluded area of it.

3) Building our inn, with Angie as our head chef, and Leah helping me coordinate parties and events.

4) Seating up to 500 for a meal.

5) Lodging for up to 100.

6) Stables for Ashley to run her equestrian center with Erica.

7) To get there sooner rather than later.

I know it may seem far-fetched, but lately I cannot stop dreaming about it all. Truthfully. I hope to still have my shop, which has been horribly neglected this year due to our wedding.

BUT NOW, WE ARE MARRIED!! Which means I will be dedicating more time to my shop, and less time to ministries (unfortunately), in order to better our lives, and the lives of our future children.

I ask that you all please pray for (and with) me for guidance, financial provision, and that I will not just dream, but that I will follow God's plan.