Getting to a good place

Years ago I heard a story of a farmer who hit a bad season and was struggling. The lender who had provided the financing on the farm was concerned and made an appointment to come over to make sure his investment was still sound. The farmer's wife got out the best china. She did her hair, wore her best dress and put on a fantastic dinner for the man. During his visit the creditor's fears were relieved and he extended their contract rather than calling the debt in. That story has always come to mind whenever we are having a rough patch. Sometimes you have to smile durring hard times. This story is also in line with The Secret which has taken eternal truths and expounded upon them in a secular way that most people can understand, and accept. You bring what you focus on. You reap what you sow.

On Monday we had an early Family Home Evening. Michael had an interview the next day so I wanted to create a good day for him that he would be relaxed and full of positive family energy for his interview. We went to the Big Slide park and rode bikes, flew kites and Micheal played ball with the boys. It was a wonderful day! That evening I made a special dinner like the farmer's wife. Our table was full that evening.

The next day Michael's interview started at 9am. I still hadn't heard from him by 11:00. I figured that the longer it had been, the better. I didn't call. I just kept a prayer in my heart and faith in my thoughts.

Michael made a very good impression. He was offered the job on the spot. They wanted him to start the next day. He started Thursday instead. I could see Heavenly Father's hand in providing this opportunity for our family. His new employer offers a program that fully reimburses continuing education. He will be working on UC Berkley campus which means he will be able to get his Bachelor's degree (we've wondered how to pay for it for some time) and it will fit perfectly into his work schedule. We have been sustained financially and spiritually through this extreemly trying time. I thank God for sustaining us and giving us the opportunity to increase our faith.