A New Chapter

As many of you know, and for many of you that do not know, our family has been making some major changes lately. For the past 3 years, we have been self-employed running a pretty successful autobody shop. With that though comes much stress, long, long hours and a family life that is sometimes less than ideal. So, after much thought, discussion and prayer, Jake and I have decided to make a change! On March 30th, just 11 short days after Ireland was born, Jake started school full-time. Since we were first married, we'd always discussed Jake going back to school for a different career, but for one reason or another, we never made the plunge. So, seven years, three kids, one house and lots more responsibility later, we are now making that plunge! We couldn't be more excited and ready for what lies ahead. Jake is attending PIMA Medical School in Renton studying Respiratory Therapy. Yes, we know that it is completely at the opposite end of the spectrum from autobody, but Jake loves it thus far and is proving to be a really good student! I am so proud of him. We sold our bodyshop and are making all sacrifices necessary to get him through his program until he graduates in December 2010. We figure it's never too late to get in on the "starving student" program! We know that the Lord will bless us in our efforts to do the right thing for our family. We are both very excited about the possibilities that lie before us and this new chapter in our life. Wish us luck!