Update

So, nothing has really changed in our lives yet. We are still endlessly searching for a new job. Kris spends a lot of time on the computer and we are hoping that we will get an offer somewhere. It's hard not being able to go to the companies and talk to them about the job he applies for. He posts his resume, fills out applications, and waits. Kris doesn't particularly like to be on the phone, so the follow-up has been difficult. I told Kris that this has become a trial of my patience more than anything else. It's hard not knowing when or where we will be moving, what we're supposed to do with our house, and where our next pay check will come from.

Fortunately, Kris was called by a client at Tetra Tech and has been working for a couple of weeks. Since Kris was the one that had been working on his project, the client went in and talked to the boss and asked him if Kris could finish the project for him. The boss said that would be fine as long as the client paid Kris, since he couldn't put him back on the payroll (since corporate had just laid him off). So, we have been blessed so far. Between paid time off, severance pay, this temporary project, and odds-and-ends jobs, we have received a paycheck regularly, even though Kris was laid off a month ago.

I know that everything will work out. Heavenly Father will not give us anything that we can't overcome. Thank you all for your comments, your thoughts, and your prayers. So many people have called us and kept their ears open for us. Thank you! We know that we couldn't make it through this without the support of our family and friends. We love you all and hope that you have a wonderful Christmas season. It's such a wonderful time of year that we can enjoy. I am really trying to focus my thoughts on the good things that surround us and not to dwell on our hardships. We hope all is well with each of you and wish you the best during this special Christmas season.