Good things come to those who wait!

I have been doing some major praying for me and Patrick. We have had some really hard years and just needed God to bless us. It always seems as though we work so hard and get nowhere. I am really bad about trying to handle everything by myself and my stress level was getting out of control. It was physically taking a toll on me. I was humbly reminded that I am not in control, God is. I decided I can't worry and stress about things that are not in my control. God has a plan but I felt like I was getting in my own way. Once I let go and gave everything to God, things have slowly been falling into place. Who would have thought right?

Patrick got a big contract with a management company to maintain all their rental properties. This alone put our financial stress at ease. Things are looking really good for his business this year. Patrick needed that boost of confidence. It just seems that year after year he has been beat down to the point where he was ready to throw the towel in. He is such a hard worker and I'm glad his efforts are being rewarded. He deserves it.

We got our taxes done yesterday, just in the nick of time! Patrick and I had really been stressing over this as we had both 2008 and 2009 to do. :( Yes I know! I was praying we would get some money back but I was preparing myself that we would owe. I was very surprised when our accountant called and said "your getting money back". WOW! What a relief. We didn't care if it was a nickle, we were so excited that we didn't owe! Turns out we are getting a LOT back. :D Enough that we can do some things to the house that we just haven't had the extra money for! We will get a patio poured in the back (or a deck, we can't decide) and get the house painted. (it needs the paint B.A.D)

So with most of our financial worries put to ease the subject of BABY seems more within reach. I don't want to push too soon or get my hopes up, but I think Patrick will be okay with the idea now. :) I'm praying super hard for God to ease his mind and touch his heart.

Patrick and I are on cloud 9. I love my life and we are blessed. I thank God for his blessings and providing for us!