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Well, here are a few pictures to give everyone some updates. First off, my second recipe in my baking challenge was a coffee cake. It was very unhealthy...which equals delicious! I am looking into taking some cake decorating classes soon!
Also in Henry News, we dressed up as cows on Friday. It was Cow Appreciation Day at Chik-Fil-A. Anyone dressed like a cow got a free meal. Free food? Heck yes! It was a little awkward leaving the house with spots taped to you and giant ears sticking off a headband, but once we got there, we felt right at home. There was everything from entire costumes to just one little spot on people throughout the restaurant. And we all got free food. That's what I'm talking about! Luke dressed up too, he just wasn't there for pictures!
The front of the "costume"

The back

Jesse and I with our noses on!
In other, more serious, news...I have a job! Well,  I actually have two jobs! A couple weeks ago I met with the Vice President of Student Development here on campus. My cousin, Jesse, is leaving her job and I interviewed to take her job. A few things had to be put in place before I could accept it, but everything has worked out. I will also be working at Olive Garden as a server. I used to work at a restaurant when I was in college and I loved it. Waitressing is really hard work, but I enjoy the people (and the tips!). Unfortunately, neither job is full-time which means no benefits. I also needed both jobs because just having one isn't enough to cover the bills. Luke is also waiting on a call back about a job. It seems very promising (and really perfect!) but I will wait until we know for sure to release details! :)

I start Olive Garden on Thursday and the job on campus starts August 1. Before we know it, we are going to be soooo busy! Luke will be in class and working (hopefully!), I will have two jobs and I'm also taking at least one class they offer on campus for wives of seminary students. We will meet each other coming and going I'm sure.

If one thing is apparent, God is taking care of us. We had the ability to go without jobs for a few weeks when we got here. We are settled in, know our way around (for the most part), have met quite a few people and are feeling at home. God knew the timing for jobs to come around. He knew that a new home, new culture and new job wouldn't mix. He's only giving us as much as we can handle. Ugh, He's just so smart...you'd think we'd stop questioning Him! :) One thing I have learned from this move is to stop and take the time to enjoy it. IT could be anything...a new job, no job, an unexpected event...anything! Whatever IT may be, enjoy while you can. Yes, I am getting bored not working BUT we are going to be so busy soon that I'll be wishing to be bored! So, whatever IT is in your life...stop, breathe, take a look around, smile and enjoy! :)

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