Postscript 2

April 29, 2018

If you've been along for this ride you won't be surprised that I'm about to throw a number out there.  Are you ready for it.....

632

It's been a whopping 632 days since we arrived in San Antonio.  It's been a roller coaster of a ride and the Lord continues to reveal His goodness to me.  In 632 days we've had two different addresses, I've purchased a home, Tenaysia is working, we've had countless visitors and have made numerous friends.  A newer, bigger thing has taken place and I cannot help but to give thanks to my Creator. 

A couple of months ago Tenaysia and I were invited and attended a Tuesday night service at The Rock Fellowship.  The pastor shared with us an experience he had within his workplace.  A position opened up and although he didn't have the education or experience required, he pressed into the Lord, prayed for wisdom and eventually he was promoted.  As the pastor gave this amazing testimony, I silently prayed for wisdom in whatever situation God had lined up for me.  Who knew my turn was right around the corner. 

I've worked in healthcare for as long as I've been a mom.  Naysia just turned 20.  I've worn many hats as a CNA, certified caregiver, licensed nursing, skilled nursing, private duty, adult care homes, hospice, and assisted living.  I've seen a few babies born and held an innumerable amount of hands as people have taken their last breaths.  Assisted living has been the bulk of my career and quite honestly I thought I had peaked as Health and Wellness Director within the organization I'm currently employed with.  But God. 

Our executive director, shockingly, put in her notice several weeks ago.  We had a pretty good thing going and the news was bittersweet.  She is a new mom and the 40+ mile round trip to work everyday was putting a strain on her family life.  She accepted a job closer to home-and while we rejoiced in her fortune there was a looming concern about who would take her place.  

After much prayer I decided to throw my hat in the ring.  Shortly after submitting my application and resume I received a phone call from the corporate recruiter.  For sake of privacy, we'll call her "Tammy".  I thought "Tammy"and I were off to a good start.  I soon felt a shift in her tone.  What was quickly revealed was that I did not meet the educational requirements--which she mentioned numerous times in a variety of ways to ensure that I knew the buck stopped here.  She thanked me for my interest and encouraged me to, in the future, return to the company website to see what positions were available and acceptable considering my education and experience. 

Prior to the phone interview Naysia prayed over me.  She asked that God would help me to accept what took place, good or bad.  When the short call ended, I curled up in the bed with every intention to cry.  But I couldn't.  I know God has my heart, my plans, my world in His hands and I couldn't cry about something I was so confident he was protecting me from.  

Here's a short synopsis of a v e r y long couple of weeks:

-Emailed my resume to a district supervisor, at her request

-Received another phone call from "Tammy" and had a proper phone interview

-Interviewed with District supervisor. Location, Starbucks.  Event, my wet hair dripped down my neck over the entire hour we met

-Interviewed with HR supervisor

-Interviewed with District supervisor's supervisor

While on vacation I received a phone call from none other than my girl "Tammy".  She called to offer me the Executive Director position.  And I accepted. 

I can do all things thru Christ Jesus who strengthens me.  The first part is believing that I can do all things.  The first part is doing what I can in the natural.  And then allowing Christ to do what He does in the supernatural.  

Pray me up ya'll.  My new adventure begins now.