Isn't life interesting that right when you think you have things figured out and have a somewhat organized plan for the near future, you soon learn that you yourself don't know anything and are simply a rider on the roller coaster of life. So has been our experience in the last couple of weeks. In this time of decision I have found of late as I plan for the next two steps ahead I find myself starting over from 3 steps back. This vicious cycle seems to be like a song placed on repeat as each day seems to add to the dogpile of confusion. But I guess so goes the world we live in.
Last night as I returned home from an interview already questioning the next step in our young family's life we found that our computer had experienced one of these three steps back moments. The words "system error" should of meant something to me, but with that glimmer of hope that things would work out we started the restoration process only to find a few hours later that sure enough our computer still works, however every last document, piece of software, and even wireless internet capabilities were lost in the restoration process. Of late we have been counting pennies in order to trade in the not-so-trusty Sable of ours for a newer vehicle. Then the curve ball, either we start buying software to restore an already frustrating computer or go out and purchase a new one. Any suggestions? Ohh and the wildcard, do I risk getting back into the insurance/financial services and if so at what expense?
To say the least last night wasn't a big one for sleeping for me, as I watched my sweetheart fade into the night slumber my mind was carried away to adulthood (you know that undeniable realization that I now stand in the battle of life) Between all the things to consider I realized around 2 am that there are only two constants that I (or any of us can depend on), the truthfulness of the restored Gospel, and the love and bond we share with family and friends. No matter how twisted and frightening the roller coaster of life gets, it is upon the principles of truth and the support and love of those around us that carry us through the dark tunnel to that little light at the end of tunnel and our eternal reward. And so we push on. . .
2 comments:
That sounds like a very sad and difficult evening. Sorry, to hear about your computer. Too bad you didn't have a computer guru friend you could call to go over and recover your info prior to restoring. Tough decision though...good news is...don't you have connections with computers? We're looking forward to seeing you guys in a couple weeks. Just keep smiling, things work out in the end. Come visit the branch and you'll see first hand how bad our lives could be if we didn't have the gospel in our lives.
Well I'm not one for the best advice, but since you asked. . . :) First, if your computers old and out of date, I would definiely invest in a new one since you'll probably just have to keep fixing the old one. Second, I don't know about getting back into the insurance thing again - it's hard to make a living that way and it would probably be awhile before you could be making money at it. Unless you have all your time to dedicate to it, I don't know if I would do it. You'll want to be able to spend lots of time at home with your new little one as soon as she comes. Third, you're right about the constants in life, so you've got to stop stressing out or you're going to go gray before your birthday next month. Things have a way of working out.
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