it's been quite the week. matt has been out of work for exactly a week, but we're seeing God provide in little ways every few days that just add up so quickly... everything from an easy refinance on his car loan, to a request for additional web design work for an old client, to an unexpected blessing from some dear friends. it's still not the situation i would choose for myself, but He's teaching us something - total dependence on Him.

this weekend, we'll celebrate my grandparents' 50th anniversary with a family reunion. several family members are in town for the whole weekend, others will visit just for the sunday-afternoon party. we've put so much thought and planning into this weekend... must go charge camera batteries...

still finding time to enjoy my hobbies, which provide a cathartic relief i so need right now. getting ready for a craft fair in december, and i just added a few more things to my etsy shop. i've been exploring some christmas present ideas that i'd really like to post, but i can't risk recipient readership... maybe i'll post it covertly.