The Day I Thought Would Never Come
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I haven’t been blogging much about the details that have been coming together over the last couple of weeks because honestly, I was afraid I would jinx it! (how’s that for amazing faith?)
But as of 11:00 today we’ll be signing our name 50 times, handing over a check, and when all is said and done we’ll finally have our own house again! (I can’t believe I’m actually writing those words!)
When we moved out of our old house in Fort Wayne I never could have imagined the crazy journey we had in store for us.
Here’s a look at what has transpired since April 9 by the numbers:
- 5000 – miles we’ve driven (here, here and here)
- 11 – states we’ve been in
- 3 – suitcases we left Fort Wayne with. They were supposed to last us 3 weeks in Florida (here and here) but ended up lasting us 3 months
- 23 – number of mortgage agents Lisa called after our first deal fell through on the house
- 4 – the number of mortgage companies we sent paperwork to, were pre-approved by and spent countless hour on the phone with before being denied
- 13 – the number of different homes and hotels we’ve lived in
- 93 – the total number of days we’ve been on this crazy journey
There are something you can’t measure though.
Like the number of times Lisa and I asked each other if we were really doing the right thing.
Or the number of times we laid down at night in a new bed in utter frustration and discouragement.
Or how close we’ve become as a family.
Or how much our faith in God has grown.
This has been a costly and trying chapter in our lives to be sure but I know that we’re going to look back on these 3 months and thank God for the invaluable lessons He taught us.
But for now, I’m thankful for the little things.
Like going to sleep tonight in my own bed, in my own house after three long months.
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Pre-approved just doesn’t mean what it used to when you’re self employed does it?
Congratulations on finally making it through. I know it was a trial, but I know those things make you stronger as a family so in the end it’s worth it.
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Congrats to both you and Lisa. Just remember, there’s no place like home.
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Brad – I’m so happy for you and Lisa
It’s nice to have a place to call home!!
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July 11, 2008
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congrats!
i’m inspired by your joy through it all. your optimism and faith in God through this very difficult season of life is both beautiful to see and challenging at the same time.
sleep well.
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July 11, 2008
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PRAISE GOD! Thank you, Lord! Very encouraged and inspired by your story, glad to hear it’s turning out alright.
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July 11, 2008
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@abelara – Trust me, it wasn’t always joy! There was a lot of frustration, discouragement and “God why are you letting this happen to us?” going on too!!
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July 11, 2008
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Three suitcases… those words blessed me. Crazy, I know… but I am trying ot get my life down to 2 suitcases. And if your family can get down to 3, then I can get down to 2. Congratulations, in a very big way. I am quite certain God is already doing an amazing work THROUGH you, and it’s already a lot of fun to watch. Stay blessed
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July 11, 2008
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Good on ya, Brad!
A and I love ya and are happy for you!
Rock on!
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July 11, 2008
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@ScottMocha: Crazy I know! You’ve got your own amazing journey ahead of you. We’ll be praying for you and look forward to reading your story as it unfolds.
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Congrats!
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July 11, 2008
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Congratulations!
After reading all of that it makes me go Whew!
And its you and your family that’s lived it out. I am sure God is going to use this experience in a huge way one day for his purposes.
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July 11, 2008
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I will ditto the Congrats. I know what its like to live out of a suitcase when Gavin is in the hospital. But the longest has only be a month. I can’t imagine doing that for 3 months. But finally this chapter of your life will close soon and now you will have a new one starting at 12 o’clock or whenever you get done signing your name 50 times.
Congrats again!!
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July 11, 2008
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Im scared to ask how much you spent on the hotel and what the reaction of the hotel staff was when they found out you guys were moving out…?
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@Dale Best – too much! But it worked out since we didn’t have a house payment. And yeah, we got to know the entire hotel staff on a first name basis!
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very exciting! we’re on a crazy journey ourselves, so i know exactly the kind of emotions you’ve been going through.
thanks for letting us experience it with you and teaching us some lessons
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July 11, 2008
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It seems like forever Brad. Hooray!
Now on to the next chapter of your story…
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July 11, 2008
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PRAISE GOD!!!!!!!
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I’m so excited for you guys!!! There’s nothing like sleeping in your own bed, and it’s been LONG enough!!! Major congrats!!!
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July 11, 2008
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Congrats Man! Hopefully the new place has his and her showers to avoid razor confusion.
I hope write a triumphant post like this myself in a month or two.
Peace!
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July 11, 2008
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Congrats man!
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congrats bro.
i bet it felt like a long time.
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very cool brad. im happy for you man.
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we’re celebrating down south!
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Congratulations, Brad and Lisa! I’m raising a water bottle in your honor in Taiwan!
And then I’m going to bed, because it’s late here. =)
How great to fall into your own bed tonight for the first time in such a long time! *clicks heels* There’s no place like home, there’s no place like home!
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July 11, 2008
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Congrats my friend. I’m so happy for you guys. Faith goes a long way. Hope that you get settled in quickly and can enjoy this time.
Prayers answered.
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July 11, 2008
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That’s great! Congratulations.
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YAY! I started reading your blog when you were writing about living in a hotel. This is such a great and awesome day.
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July 11, 2008
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Congrats buddy.
I predict 6575 comments on this post, BTW
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July 11, 2008
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Congrats, Brad! Thanks for sharing your journey with all of us. Looking forward to reading about the next adventure God has in store for you (hopefully something less stressful).
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July 11, 2008
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“Delight yourself in the Lord and He will give you the desires of your heart” Psalm 37:4
What an amazing answer to your prayers.
Congrats!
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July 11, 2008
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It’s been a long haul, for sure. Blessings to you guys. Enjoy it! I bet unpacking will have never felt so good…
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When can I come over and play?
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Congratulations!
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YES!!!! Thank you Jesus!
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Congratulations bro! I know what you mean about jinx’ing things. I sometimes think that too.
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July 12, 2008
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This is awesome Brad. What a horrid ordeal!
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Thank God for you guys!!!
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Dude, congrats!
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Yeah, what every one else has said! And then another congrats….
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July 13, 2008
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I’m glad you guys are in. I know how it feels to be waiting on a house.
Thanks for the link also in the last post!!
BA
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July 13, 2008
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Congratulations to you and your family, Brad, and most of all on allowing this experience to knit you closer together as a family, rather than drive you apart with the stress! As I prepare to move, I know it takes a toll on me and my family, and I can’t imagine what you’ve been through. Housewarming blessings!
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