As Rance learns his letters in Kindergarten, and Zoe learns how to navigate 5th grade and all the social weirdness, Tyler learns what it's like to be on his own. I am sure there are days Tyler wishes he could go back to Kindergarten where memorizing what "J" says is his biggest problem. Trigg and Ivor are usually just along for the ride, although becoming potty trained was a big highlight last month. Things are going good with all 5 kiddos, and as they should.
However, Mom and Dad are at a crossroads. Where do we want to live? What school do we want our kids to attend? What are our priorities? Unfortunately, the husband and I don't have the same ideas. I am of the mindset: Who would want to live in the same area their whole lives? There is a whole world to experience! Just because we are born here, does not mean we have to stay! In my head, there are no limits, no boundaries! I would LOVE to be a full time missionary!
Husband's mindset: This is where we are "from." We have roots here. Our family business is here. We can travel to all those other places. I want to live right here, the rest of my life!
God's got this.
