Do you ever have that feeling that you want to share some fantastic news, but you’re afraid that if you write it down, something is going to go horribly wrong, and it’ll all fall through? hmm … I s’pose that makes me a pessimist.

At any rate, we found out that our bid for the house we want to buy has been accepted! 🙂 We still need to sign the final contract (hopefully today) and get 1,000 other details worked out. Once all the ducks are in a row, it looks like we’ll be moving in as few as three weeks!!

I’m reminded of the song “Beauty for Ashes” by Crystal Lewis:

“He gives beauty for ashes
Strength for fear
Gladness for mourning
Peace for despair”

Blessing has sprouted from tragedy. Praise God for gladness, peace, beauty and strength!