Friday, August 29, 2008

3 times in one year

The McKays are moving again! And as the title of this post reflects, it makes three in one year and believe me, I'm DONE with moving. Thankfully, most of our stuff is in storage, so it will make packing up this apartment much easier (or so I think). We are headed to live in on-campus housing at Dallas Theological Seminary! It's really quite miraculous how it all came about. We had a meeting lined up with a woman on campus a couple of weeks ago (right before we headed to vacation in Chicago) to discuss Aron's current major, the financial aspect of school, any job openings on campus, etc. After our productive meeting, we headed to the housing department to drop off our application, knowing that the waiting list is often 6-12 months. After being greeted by a friendly lady, we proceeded to ask her if there *happened* to be any openings any time soon (our current lease was due to be renewed 3 days hence) and if so, Aron would need to add one class to his schedule (the deadline for registration was that day). This lovely lady looked at us and said, "I have two, 2-bedroom apartments for rent right now!" No way! We were dually surprised because the 2-bedrooms are the hardest to come by (they also offer a one bedroom and a study). Aron has added a night class to his schedule and we move in on Saturday, September 6!

I am most thrilled about the impending community we will be stepping into. Many mamas stay at home with their kiddos on-campus, so it will be awesome to have loads of families around us to connect with regularly. The school is in heart of downtown Dallas, so we are moving about 20 miles due south of us; we will still stay involved in our church and remain connected to our friends up this way. I feel like we are heading back to college (and I really only had one year of the dorm-life); how awesome to do this with my husband this time around! I'm oh-so proud of Aron for stepping up and taking 2 classes this semester, amidst a crazy, busy work schedule (though things should be mellowing out some). We remain unsure of when he will rotate out of his current job (school is located significantly closer to his office, though, which is nice) in order to pursue school full-time; we are praying about year's end.

My friend Renee, probably jokingly, said to me, "You must like moving alot!" and Tina once quipped, "You guys lead such an exciting life!" For the record, I *despise* moving...the packing and unpacking. It's so draining and exhausting (esp. with a toddler underfoot and one in the belly); but, thankfully, we have lined up several of our good friends to help us move!! Once again, I have felt very vulnerable and needy asking for help, but it's amazing to see our community come around and support us at this time. I feel loved. More than anything, I'm feeling an excitement over our renewed zeal for school, and the steps we have taken to put it back at the forefront of our endeavors.

Aron has 18 units of his 120 unit Masters of Theology under his belt (don't get me started...this program should be a doctorate) and we are currently assessing if this is indeed the route we want to take or switch to a Masters of Christian Education (62 units).

12 comments:

  1. You guys are crazy! Good luck with everything...that will be so fun to live on campus!

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  2. next weekend! whoa! wish I could help :)

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  3. I feel your pain regarding moving! I hope all goes smoothly. Re: VBACs, feel free to email me at aahales at gmail dot com to discuss it further. :)

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  4. Congrats!!! :) Sounds like this is a GOOD move, despite the hate for physical stuff. We are moving again too! Same street, but STILL!

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  5. You crack me up! I love that you are soooo flexible and open to any adventure.

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  6. I hear you girlie! Moving is the pits. So glad that some friends are willing to help and that you will be moving into a place with such great built-in community. Those currently living there will be so blessed to share their lives with the McKays.

    I am so pumped about how the Lord has brought you and Aron back to Texas and back to DTS. Crazy that 120 units are required. Daunting. And crazy that a different masters degree is only 62.

    Love you guys and will be thinking about you on the 6th as you are moving into your new digs.

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  7. I'm so excited for the McKays! I know this is such an answer to prayer.

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  8. How exciting and scary at the same time! Although I haven't moved quite as much as you, I too understand...and who knows how many more moves we have coming our way? Call me when you get a chance. I have less than 2 weeks before I pop, so hopefully we can connect. Miss you!

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  9. Wow, crazy! Mags has a good chance of becoming a very flexible and easy going adult with all the secure exposure to change she's racking up as a tot. Be sure to share your new address when you land :o)

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  10. that's awesome how everything worked out timing-wise, suz! how exciting to begin this on-campus adventure. (i sometimes wonder how college life would be like as a mature adult...i actually miss school sometimes!) can't wait to hear how everything goes and what aron decides for his major. will continue to pray for *direction*. i admire how willing you guys are to follow what He wants for you...we are trying to do that too, but still unsure as to what that is yet! good luck with everything!

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  11. I'm so proud of you for making the right choices, no matter how hard or uncomfortable they are. This should be a great time of being right in the middle of God's will for you.

    Yay! Wish we could be there to help you out.
    love,
    P

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  12. I just love that you do what God tells you. You have such faith. Sadly, I feel your pain about moving. Exhausting doesn't cover it but there isn't a word that does. Careful with the lifting mamma.

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