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We had a fun weekend recently when my cousin, Joy, came to Meridian for a visit. We had a scrap-a-thon at Archivers, drank coffee, ate good food (including Kringla that Becca made) & talked & talked! Of course, Joy & the girls acted up a bit but hopefully I was a good influence (tee hee)!


I wrote this in an email to Joy:

"Our camping time was cut short because Rich got a lead on a job!! He needed to get back so he could get all of his information (resume, application, etc) in on Monday. Then Tues. he had an interview, Wednesday he found out that he got the job and he started on Thurs. Whew!! What a whirlwind! 

He is working as a Transitional Education Specialist for Canyon Springs High School in Caldwell. He spends most of his time with boys in a detention facility - helping them to keep up with their studies. He will be continuing to stay connected to them after they are released from detention. His job is to assist them in whatever way possible so they successfully transition to school & eventually graduate. He is still learning his way around but is very excited about this open door - it is a full time position with benefits (including dental and eye). He wants to be a positive role model in these kids' lives and try to connect with them. God opened the doors so definitely for Rich that we believe He has a purpose for him in this job!"

PRAISE THE LORD, He has answered our prayers! Thanks to all of you for praying too! Please continue to pray because although it is a huge answer to prayer - Rich will not get a full paycheck until the end of October. He is looking for a part time job to help in the interim. We are so grateful for God's provision in the past & we know that he will continue to care for us.

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Unknown said…
Priscilla, it's Marcia Swenson!! Somehow I saw the Facebook Pillsbury 67-74 or whatever site and ended up here via your sister's BlogSpot.
I wondered if I'd even recognize you - - it's been close to 40 years. Yikes!!
I still live in Minnesota, have three sons, three d-I-laws and a fifth grandchild due in two months. My e-mail address is randmclay@gmail.com if you want to get in touch. <3
September 10, 2013 at 6:47 PM
Connie Carlson said…
We're at a convention in Daytona Beach, FL! Loved the pic of you and Joy! Praise The Lord that Rich has a job! It sounds wonderful! God truly answers prayer! Love you!
September 24, 2013 at 9:00 AM
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