Good News Bears

So he got it...the job!!! He starts today at 10am!!

Pretty much, the guy told him that out of over 400 resumes he received, he brought in 3 guys to interview (DH was one of them) and that he was going to wait on an answer from DH before he offered or interviewed any one else! That sounds pretty promising and encouraging!!

So DH emailed him on Saturday with some other questions, which the hiring manager got back to him pretty quickly...then DH accepted it on Sunday night, which the hiring manager replied to him pretty quickly again, (makes you wonder if he is working ALL the time or what??) But, he starts today!

Some not so appealing things...the department is open from 7am to 9pm, and Saturday's from 8am to 8pm. So, he could be working very early or very late some nights, along with ALL day on some Saturdays. BUT...he does not know his schedule for sure yet. It sounds like there are some good changes happening over the next few weeks and by July 1st, there will be a new work schedule and pay schedule in place. So what he will be told is his commission and work hours today, could change in a few weeks.

Could be good, could be bad. We don't know. But this was too good of an offer to turn down since the industry has been so stinking slow...who knows if another offer would show itself over the next weeks or even months.

So here is to taking chances!! Prayers and wishes are welcome over the next few weeks!! We are walking into an unknown world right now (with regards to hours and pay). DH has been able to be home for the past few months, spending all of this quality time with his family (morning and evening), and now there is the potential that he won't be home until 10pm at night or have to leave at 6am every morning. Just a change to our lifestyle for awhile. I think it will be harder on him because that time for him has been very valuable and he has cherished it a LOT!!

But we knew it wouldn't be like that forever. It was a gift for a time. With lots of hopes and prayers though, maybe the schedule won't be as crazy as it could be, and the pay will hit the marks of what we need to get back up to par with our bills and savings.

Even if it doesn't though, we know this will only be for a time being. He still wants to pursue home inspections and property management. Just not the right time right now...but that won't be pushed away while he is working this job. He still wants to work toward those goals...because to tell you the truth, I think it would be PERFECT for him to be able to set his own hours, or even designate a couple of days a week where he doesn't work (or works at night after I get home) so that he could stay home with the kids and then we only have to pay for 3-days of daycare...which would save us a bunch of $$. Oh, but that looks so perfect in my head...not sure that is God's direction.

So we are happy. DH is taking a risk and a chance on this avenue again, and we hope and pray that it will suffice for the meantime. Not sure what it "looks like" yet...but couldn't pass the opportunity up. He will still be looking for other opportunities in the meantime, until we are sure this is the right one. But he is working...another paycheck will be coming in shortly...yeah!!!

OK, another quick note and I have to get back to work since I was out yesterday (playing hooky with my hubby on his last day before his new job).

Father's day...ehhh...it was OK. I wish it could have been better, but it wasn't perfect. My hormones are ALL OVER THE MAP lately. I wish there was something I could take or do to help mellow them out. I had a breakdown on Sunday and just wished that no one had come over and I didn't have to entertain...that I could just prop my feet up and watch TV. I think DH kind of felt the same.

We did get to the zoo, which Miss J LOVED!! But it was such a hassle with MIL, SIL, and BIL. Just a mess...but long story for another time. Then they came over for a cookout and I broke down. The important part is Miss J had fun, we beat the rain (we had a really crazy bad storm come through early in the morning), and she got to spend time with her nana and auntie/uncle. She loved it. That is all that should matter...right!

Oh, and I overdid it a bit with walking too much this weekend. My back is not doing good and my body just aches. Ugh...hope the chiropractor can fix me up this week. I think BP2 just took a huge growth spurt and my body is trying to catch up. Whew...I feel like my belly can't get any bigger...but I know it can!! I just need to wait for my body to adjust a bit.

I still have pictures I need to download tonight. Swim lessons were a blast, Miss J loved the water and we got some cute pictures. I will work on getting some posted this week.

Thanks for all your prayers...you gals are awesome and so encouraging. It is much appreciated!!

Have a good Tuesday!