I thought it was high time I sat down and wrote a blog post. So much has been happening, and I know you're dying to know what's been going on in the whirlwind that is the Been family's life. :)
We moved into our new apartment June 27th, and my wonderful sister Anna visited us for 10 days. Though Anna is ten years younger than me, I marveled often during her visit how similar we are - in mannerisms, in the things we feel strongly about, in our movie taste (classics, not teeny-bopper movies. Ha!) I praise God for my wonderful siblings! I think it was a fun time for Anna, as we got to go hiking a couple of times, we biked a few times, and just hung out at the park. And then there was the bonding with Jody (the older and wiser brother-in-law) while I went to work and the intense playtime she had with Eu-mi. Overall, Anna's visit was SUCH a blessing, and I had a great time hanging out with her - even though our apartment was a wreck.A highlight of Anna's trip (for Jody and me, too) was a trip up to Leadville, which is
supposedly the highest town in America. It rests at 10,200 feet, and is the base of a bazillion amazing trails - mainly for hiking and camping. Anna was majorly suffering from altitude sickness, so we had to take it pretty slow the whole way, and we didn't finish the whole hike, but we did reach the tree line and saw the most amazing view! It was awe-inspiring enough that Jody and I knew we needed to go back to Leadville and finish that specific hike we took. The name of the mountain is Mt. Massive, and apparently it is a string of mountain peaks that are well over 14,000 ft. All in all, it gave us enough incentive to plan a camping trip a few weeks later (pictures of that below!).
Of course, you can't really get much better than this, so after such an amazing adventure, it was time to just go to the park right next to our apartment and rest for the next few days. Jody and I love the park, simply because it has so much wonderful green grass, and there's even an enclosed ball park where we can throw Eu-mi a lacrosse ball, and she gets all into chasing it. It's so much fun!
After Anna left (snif), it was back to a regular work schedule for me at Southeast, and Jody began to knock out a few items that we needed to make life functional. Throughout the past two to three weeks, I am marveling at God's wonderful goodness to us! We received a matching Maytag washer and dryer set for free from the growing Warehouse ministry at Southeast. We also received a matching set of wingback chairs from our family friends, the Kocurs for free. We praise God for such wonderful provision! Then, Jody began the craigslist search for a table and chairs set, as well as desk that would serve as our "office space" in our little one-bedroom apartment. Within a few days of constant looking, calling and emailing, Jody found both items we were looking for.
This table and chairs set belonged to a Christian couple that was selling everything to move further west in the mountains to help with a church plant. When the lady found out Jody is a Christian and attending Denver Seminary, she said, "I knew this was a God-appointment!" We could not agree more. Yay for the Lord's wonderful provision. I love my "new" table, and I am so humbled by God's marvelous provision.
And then the desk! Jody found the coolest rolltop desk, and for an extra $15, the gentleman was willing to deliver it to our apartment. Now we have been able to put files and folders and bills and piles of papers in their proper place. I know this desk will help us in getting some order to the logistics of our lives. And to top off the deal, we found an office chair that fits perfectly (small, rolly wheels, back that bends, comfortable) for $3.99 at Savers - the local consignment/thrift store! We give all the glory to the Lord.
So now we are just waiting on our sofa. We bought it a month ago, but every week it has been delayed. Alas! We are praying for patience as we remain at the mercy of the manufacturers and deliverers. Pray that we receive it soon! When all is said and done, I am really looking forward to getting everything in its' final spot, and then I will post "the finished product" of our apartment here on the blog. Or maybe I'll post a video of the grand tour. :) Wait patiently, my friends.
Another drama in the Been family came this past Monday. Jody and I decided it was time for poor little Eu-mi to get spayed.... We took her to the Harrison Memorial Animal Hospital in Denver in the morning, and after work I drove straight there to pick her up. I believe the surgery went well, and I brought her home with her pain meds to rest and recover. Overall, her recovery seems to be going well, though I believe it is hard for her to remain still now! Please pray for her complete and full recovery.. our precious little pup!
So that is what is up with us... we love you all very much. Please be in touch, dear ones.
