On the Hunt

It's time for an update, and it's a "drastic" one:

Josh and I are both on the hunt for career, full-time positions!  It is an exciting concept, but the job market is not exactly easy, as you all know.  I have applied for several positions in nearby districts, and keep looking for more openings.  I have had one formal interview and one informal.  God has a plan and a specific school and schedule for me, so I need to continue praying and asking Him to show me what it is in His perfect timing.  If anything, I will continue to substitute teach for Lake Stevens School District and perhaps take on a part time job to supplement.  I am also working on a subbing applications, so that I can get my feet wet in other districts and increase paid days. 

Josh was bumped from his position in the Department of Information Services due to 15 Snohomish County layoffs last month.  He has a meeting with his union rep. this Thursday, to see if and when he could possibly have his position back.  Today he is working hard in our reorganized and clean office, updating his resume. I am very proud of him for taking the next step!  I am excited to get his resume into the gracious hands of some of our friends, who work in Human Resources and/or IT type companies or who know of a need to fill IT positions where they work.  We also have some awesome friends who have been providing great job search engines.  One has even looked up some IT and HR jobs for Josh the day he was laid off!  =) Thanks!

We are considering our options as far as current finances go, and I am happy to say that we are currently on the same page.  That is the most important - that we can work together and grow closer through this time. 

I am looking forward to my 10 year reunion, training to be a BSF group leader, becoming a member and singing in the Snohomish Community Church choir, and spending quality time with Josh!  Now I am going to research to see if there are any services at SCC that pertain to financial advice, and see if I can find the person at Quadrant to talk to about a leak in our roof... and our Structural Warranty. 

If you have any ideas or comments, feel free to share. =)

Have a great day!