A year ago I had 3 kids and was getting ready to move to Germany. My husband was offered a job with the Army in Stuttgart, Germany for 3 years. We would then be able to move back to the states and his old job in Utah. We were geared up and excited for the adventure. Then the government did what they seem to do best, run out of money. The job was put on hold. We were on again, off again for a long time.
Meanwhile, I found out baby #4 was on her way! That was a shock, but I will share that story another time. So, I was planning a move around the world with 3.5 kids ages 4 and under. Sounds fun, right?!?
Eventually we got a firm date for Germany. The only problem was I would be 34 weeks pregnant when we had to go. Since that was not going to happen, we declined the job. Michael, my husband, started applying for other jobs, but we weren't in a hurry to move.
A week before Baby B made her debut, he got a job offer for the Treasury in Parkersburg, West Virginia. I was not ready for the move, but knew from day one that we would be moving.
So, we now live 20 minutes from Parkersburg, West Virginia in Marietta, OH. Ironically, my husband grew up in a town called Pettersburg, and I grew up in a town called Parker. I thought it was a fun coincidence.
Anyway, I have never been in a place that has made me feel more welcome. The first Sunday that we attended church, people were coming up to us constantly welcoming us and offering any help they could think of. I'm so happy to be in a place where I feel welcome.
This last year has not turned out in any way, shape, or form like I thought they would. And all I can say it thank goodness!
Our House, well technically our landlords house, but still. :)
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