Job Miracle

Haans has been looking for a job since we moved here in August and finally at the end of October, through a fellow student in his program he was able to start a temp job on campus. We felt very blessed because it would help bring in at least a small amount of income for our family. Due to some paper mess ups and just timing of when he was hired, he didn't get paid for 6 weeks, so things got a little tight for us. On top of that we found out that they weren't going to need his temp position as of December 14th, which is also when campus closes for Christmas break. He was being let go, a whole month earlier than they originally told him. (Insert more stress and tears from me!)

He had interviewed for a full time position on campus, but sadly didn't get it. He was able to land another interview for a different full time position on campus and interviewed with them on December 5th. He called me after the morning interview and said he felt it went better than the last one. Later that afternoon, unlike "Hawaiian time" they offered him the job! When he called me, I happened to be in the grocery store trying hard not to spend too much of our last $200 (remember he hadn't gotten paid in 6 weeks) and upon telling me the GREAT news, I burst into tears! The Lord truly blessed us in our time of need, like He has always promised those that are righteous and keep His commandments. I couldn't help but cry at such news! (I know, nice place to run into a crying women)! I was so excited to share the great news with Curly since she had been praying for weeks too, for daddy to find a job. I loved sharing my testimony of how the Lord does answer our prayers. 

Haans did finally get paid on December 6th for his temp work, so we were able to pay rent! He started his new job on the 10th and worked one week before campus closed down for Christmas break. Haans' new job is the manager over Commuter services and is salary. Because of that, and because they graciously hired him so quickly, he was able to get 2 weeks of PAID vacation since campus is closed for the holidays. Not only was that amazing news, but we later found out that because he is a full-time campus employee, they will pay for most of his tuition. Our cup "runneth over!" 

My testimony of tithing was truly strengthened. In Malachi it says, "Bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse, that there may be meat in mine house, and prove me now herewith, saith the Lord of hosts, if I will not open you the windows of heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that there shall not be room enough to receive it!" I have seen this promise fulfilled! 

With Haans' time off, we have been enjoying seeing more of him and exploring the island with him, since he is a very busy daddy during the semester!

We went to the blowhole....not too impressive! But beautiful view!

 Can you tell it was super windy!

 This is Curly's new facial expression when I bring out the camera! Classic!

 Explored a new beach near Waimanalo. Great sand, but has a shore break, so probably not too kid friendly.

 We took Haans to the Waikiki Aquarium

 We have been seeing a lot of these, since it is Hawaii's rainy season!

 Went up to the North Shore to visit the temple on Dec 21st. We figured IF the world was really going to end, at least we'd be in a GREAT place!! Oh wait, the world didn't end like the Mayan's calendar said it would??? :-)

 Waiting for daddy! Do you see him coming out?

 Went window shopping! The girls refuse to both look and smile at the same time, I have learned to accept this! Now daddy just needs to learn it too! :-)

 Window shopping at Costco!

 Watching movies with daddy is always fun! By the way, Curly told me her bowl was like Aladdin's hat, and Lou Who is a great copy cat!

 Of course watching whatever football we can over the internet is a must!

 Hanging out at our favorite beach!

 Helping daddy fix the bookshelf! The girls REALLY wanted to understand about hammer technique!

And enjoying some quiet time! Which is Mommy's favorite time!

The Lord has truly blessed us and I am grateful to add my testimony to many others that He truly loves us and is involved in the "details of our lives!" He does want us to grow and stretch and it is through faith this is accomplished. I also know that many of our prayers are answered through other people as my last post mentioned! I am trying hard to listen to the Spirit and be the answer to someone else's pleas!