The power of a prayer

I have never realized the feeling of support and love when someone says something as simple as "I am praying for you" or "I will keep you in my prayers."

I have known for a long time that I have a great network of friends and family. This weekend and sure to come in the future, I have had to lean my network a bit. On Friday I was let go from my job. (I was not fired) The reason being cited was financial hardship on the clinic. Now I will be completely honest here, I have been thinking for the last few months that I wasn't as happy with my job anymore. I had been doing a lot of praying about where I should go next? Is now a good time to leave and embark on a new journey of employment? What leads should I follow up on? Admittedly, I would have liked this to be more on my terms, but at the same time, I did ask God for a clear sign about staying or leaving. I guess it doesn't get much more clear!

The bright side is my parents will never let us starve.

I also have the benefit of looking for and submitting resumes for anything I find interesting. I do not HAVE to go back to a small animal practice. I do hope to find some rest during this time of unemployment, but I also hope it won't last long. Student loans for Nick can only take us so far and I do rather enjoy having heat and a home.

I do want to have a job and be productive in society again, but I will rest knowing God had something planned for me. Something I probably would have missed had I still been working. I also feel much better knowing I have friends and family that love and support me. Knowing there are so many people praying for me really makes me feel loved.