We have always discussed and planned where we were going to live, where we were going to raise the children. We had it all planned out.
Life came at us hard and gave us a detour. The decision was no longer ours, as to where we were going to live and raise our children. It was now a necessity to accept a job in perhaps some random place. We found ourselves having to sell, the house we just bought, and move cross country.
I grew up in the country. Small town living in rural Wisconsin. I know what the 4 seasons are like. We had plenty of snow days and plenty of sunshine. I was prepared mentally for this move to be somewhat like that of my childhood.
We had been in Arizona for close to 13 years. I refer to it as home. The majority of my friends are in Arizona. It is all my boys have really known. It is home.
Pulling up to our new home in West Virginia in the freezing days following Christmas 2017, I was pleasantly surprised. It was beautiful and soon there after the snow was falling and giving my scenery a beautiful new look. I have not yet adapted to the remoteness of our location. BUT I do love the community that we are in. I am looking for the beauty surrounding us continually and am looking forward to spring, as I see buds on the flowers in m front yard.
I can choose to be miserable or I can choose to make the most of this situation. I choose to be positive. Love my life and wonderful family. I will explore the area and I am sure within no time, I will love it here too.
Choosing to find the beauty
Choosing to be happy
Knowing God placed us here for a reason
xoxo Joni
