Some of you may already be aware that Billy was laid-off two weeks ago. He had been with his original employer, World Savings, from the day he returned from our honeymoon! Last year, World Savings was bought out by Wachovia and a series of lay-offs began to take place. Billy's division was one of the latest to follow suit. Although it's been a strange adjustment--Billy's a workhorse and it pains him to be at home--he has graciously conceded that God has allowed this season in his life. I, for one, could hardly contain my excitement! The thought of having him at home for a month or two (I asked him to wait at least that long before he seriously started looking for employment) was a dream come true! For over nine years, Billy has clocked out and clocked back in with his family for over 12 hours a day. To say that we enjoy spending all this quality time with him is an understatement, especially as I know that it is a temporary situation. Needless to say, it's felt like we've been on an extended vacation, taking day trips and doing things we normally would not even think of doing were he at work. These pictures are from a day visit to the quaint small town of Healdsburg. It reminded me a lot of Sonoma Town Square but a bit more chi-chi. It was a pleasant, leisurely visit but oh-so hot!
moving WWII monument
below the statue were the names of those Healdsburg residents who went off to fight
entrance to winery
walkway to winery
beautiful grounds
vineyard view
manicured garden
staying cool on the tiles
Koi pond
garden walk
4 comments:
Jean, we heard about Billy's layoff but didn't realize it already occured. Since Mike is off the month of July, we've planned several day trips and would like to extend an invitation to join us on one (if not all) of our excursions. We're gonna list them on our blog and feel free to join us :)
Thanks, Bess, that's very generous of you! We're always down for some summer fun, so we hope to be able to join you for one (if not all =)) of your trips! Of course, we'll see you for camping in less than 2 weeks.
Hi Jean & Billy!
P and I here looking at these pictures together...We just wanted to reiterate that we will continue to keep Billy's future job in our prayers. He is truly a hard working man, so we're happy to see that you've encouraged the much needed time off from job searching so that your family can enjoy all the joy summer brings...
Much love from us.
Thank you--we covet your prayers!
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