I was thinking about the gamut of emotions I've run in the course of getting this house on the market and being on the market the last thirty-eight days (not that I am counting or anything). Today I realized I saw a correlation and had a revelation. I am mourning this painful, stressful process. I am right in line with the Elisabeth Kubler-Ross stages of grief.
1) Denial- "We won't be on the market long! This house is a catch and a steal! This is the best house on the market in this location- at this price point!"
2) Anger- "Why is this taking so long? Why are people too stupid to see that this is clearly the best deal around here. Does God not see that it's time for us to move on?"
3) Bargaining- "God, please tell me what I have to do to get this house sold! Please send the right buyer! I promise I'll ((fill in the blank)) if you could just throw me a bone here!"
4) Depression- "I can't take it anymore. I want to give up on everything." ((cries into breakfast))
5) Acceptance- "There is nothing I can do that I am not already doing to expedite this process. It is what it is. God has a plan, right?! ((please say yes))
As I say this, I note that I occasionally go back and forth between various stages. Please, God, say there's a plan! (bargaining again)
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Wednesday, July 25, 2012
Twenty-Six
A- appetite must be conquered!
B- Broken Arrow, starting my new job in less than four weeks- so much to do! I am falling deep in LOVE with my new job! Great bosses and I believe I will have lots of fun : D
C- CAbi, my friend Lori's business. I discovered the CAbi outlet this summer. CAbi spells trouble.
(stress loves shopping)
D- daughter, she is eager to start her new preschool, loves animals, and learning rapidly
E- Exercise is missing- I am feeling my age because I am more than worried about my appearance,
but my Energy level- which is dwindling...
F- Family, we are in it together. Frustration and stress may be present, but we are united.
G- God, I am truly working at having faith and giving over right now. It's not always easy, but I'm getting better all the time!
H- Harrah, my resignation has been official for about a month. I will definitely miss kids and colleagues.
I- insanity- as defined by accepting a new job, in a new school, in a new position, at a new level, while trying to sell and buy houses and move home. Yes, insane. (and this is only half of it!)
J- Jill, I was blessed with an impromptu visit with my best friend recently. Praying God will move her home (to Tulsa) too.
K- kids- I am totally feeling the guilt that we have not been ready to give Claire a sibling yet. Yes, she does talk about getting a little 'stister' AND a little 'brudder'. That's right- she asks for one of each. I fail. Sigh.
L- Lindsay- that's right, me. My mother keeps reminding me to be true to myself. I've short changed myself a lot in the past and I do not wish to repeat that.
M- Michael, the stress of all the changes is certainly challenging, but we are managing to keep it together- even when we snap at each other.
N- new, I find it difficult to be new because I like to be an expert / know it all. I can become an expert at my new job after a year, right?! (rhetorical question)
O- Over it, I was worried about what other people thought regarding all the changes at the feet of my family. I realize the importance of being caring and sensitive, but I realized that everyone's life is their creation and too often, people who may have abundance of opinion about your doings lack the details and whys.
P- place to stay- holy crap- where am I going to live, temporarily while I start my job?!
Q- quiet- for as outgoing and social as I am (no one has ever accused me of being shy), I realized I need and enjoy alone time. It's like my inner extrovert needs a break and my inner introvert picks up a shift.
R- real estate- we've narrowed it to two houses in Tulsa and would love to place an offer, but can't until current house is under contract : (
S- selling- selling our house is not fun. While it technically hasn't been that long, I just want it sold and fast! Time to move.
T- Tulsa, of course- My heart leaps for joy when I think about it. I am so grateful. It would be great if the process of getting there could fall into place. A test of my patience from God?
U- umbrella- this state need rain. Not wanting to see more fires on the TV.
V- vow- to work my best with what is in my control and do my best to let go of fear, worry, anxiety and anything else I can't help. I'm human- this will be hard.
W- wondering- I keep imagining God setting me up to really struggle and praying that's not the case. That's really not how God works- I don't think.
X- eXamine- the best way(s) to keep this move from eating my savings.
Y- year of pre-school- Claire has a year of preschool before *gasp* pre-k! We got her into a great one. The downside- out of my way driving : ( Just for a year. I think I can.
Z- zealous- maybe I need to take a chill pill- but I am not alone there.
B- Broken Arrow, starting my new job in less than four weeks- so much to do! I am falling deep in LOVE with my new job! Great bosses and I believe I will have lots of fun : D
C- CAbi, my friend Lori's business. I discovered the CAbi outlet this summer. CAbi spells trouble.
(stress loves shopping)
D- daughter, she is eager to start her new preschool, loves animals, and learning rapidly
E- Exercise is missing- I am feeling my age because I am more than worried about my appearance,
but my Energy level- which is dwindling...
F- Family, we are in it together. Frustration and stress may be present, but we are united.
G- God, I am truly working at having faith and giving over right now. It's not always easy, but I'm getting better all the time!
H- Harrah, my resignation has been official for about a month. I will definitely miss kids and colleagues.
I- insanity- as defined by accepting a new job, in a new school, in a new position, at a new level, while trying to sell and buy houses and move home. Yes, insane. (and this is only half of it!)
J- Jill, I was blessed with an impromptu visit with my best friend recently. Praying God will move her home (to Tulsa) too.
K- kids- I am totally feeling the guilt that we have not been ready to give Claire a sibling yet. Yes, she does talk about getting a little 'stister' AND a little 'brudder'. That's right- she asks for one of each. I fail. Sigh.
L- Lindsay- that's right, me. My mother keeps reminding me to be true to myself. I've short changed myself a lot in the past and I do not wish to repeat that.
M- Michael, the stress of all the changes is certainly challenging, but we are managing to keep it together- even when we snap at each other.
N- new, I find it difficult to be new because I like to be an expert / know it all. I can become an expert at my new job after a year, right?! (rhetorical question)
O- Over it, I was worried about what other people thought regarding all the changes at the feet of my family. I realize the importance of being caring and sensitive, but I realized that everyone's life is their creation and too often, people who may have abundance of opinion about your doings lack the details and whys.
P- place to stay- holy crap- where am I going to live, temporarily while I start my job?!
Q- quiet- for as outgoing and social as I am (no one has ever accused me of being shy), I realized I need and enjoy alone time. It's like my inner extrovert needs a break and my inner introvert picks up a shift.
R- real estate- we've narrowed it to two houses in Tulsa and would love to place an offer, but can't until current house is under contract : (
S- selling- selling our house is not fun. While it technically hasn't been that long, I just want it sold and fast! Time to move.
T- Tulsa, of course- My heart leaps for joy when I think about it. I am so grateful. It would be great if the process of getting there could fall into place. A test of my patience from God?
U- umbrella- this state need rain. Not wanting to see more fires on the TV.
V- vow- to work my best with what is in my control and do my best to let go of fear, worry, anxiety and anything else I can't help. I'm human- this will be hard.
W- wondering- I keep imagining God setting me up to really struggle and praying that's not the case. That's really not how God works- I don't think.
X- eXamine- the best way(s) to keep this move from eating my savings.
Y- year of pre-school- Claire has a year of preschool before *gasp* pre-k! We got her into a great one. The downside- out of my way driving : ( Just for a year. I think I can.
Z- zealous- maybe I need to take a chill pill- but I am not alone there.
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