So much has happened within the past few weeks and since the last time I have blogged. Due to the fact that I am on here so late, am tired and feel my writing skills lack creativity at the moment,I will try to quickly sum it up as best I can:
#1: I am back home in California. I left Iowa 2 weeks ago. Daniel and I decided it would be best for me to get home to Cali before the season ended so I could look for a job and get things together for us for the offseason.
#2: After a discouraging first week of job hunting, turning in resumes and applications, I am now an employee of the Hampton Inn Moreno Valley Hotel! Praise God! I start this upcoming week.
#3:Daniel went on the 7 day DL last week after stealing second base and jamming his shoulder. It wasn't a bad injury, he had full mobility but was just sore. He is feeling great now!
And now on to the BEST NEWS (#4): DANIEL IS COMING HOME TO CALIFORNIA TOMORROW TO FINISH THE BASEBALL SEASON OFF WITH THE HIGH DESERT MAVERICKS!!!
I am SO EXCITED! He called me about an hour ago and his flight leaves early in the morning. Even better, he is flying into the airport 30 minutes from where we live, so I get to pick him up from the airport!!! Words can not describe how ecstatic I am! What a sweet blessing this is! Just today, I was feeling bummed out and missing/wanting my hubby home. Here I was, thinking I wouldn't be able to see him for a few more weeks,to get news that I will actually get to see him TOMORROW! What an answered prayer! Praise God for His wonderful unexpected blessings!
Thank you all SO MUCH for the prayers and support! We love you guys!
Friday, August 27, 2010
Thursday, August 5, 2010
2008 to 2010
We got back late Monday night from a 3 day roadtrip to Appleton,Wisconsin against the Timberrattlers. Appleton is where it all began for us. Daniel started with the Wisconsin Timberrattlers in 2008 when they were the Seattle Mariner's affiliate. It is where Daniel played that first season after we got married. Being there brought back alot of memories for me, along with mixed emotions...
We experienced alot of highs and lows that 2008 season. We were so excited when Daniel reached his goal of making the Class Low-A team (The Wisconsin Timberrattlers). The season started out on a high, Daniel was hitting .339 in 56 at bats with 10 stolen bases in his first 15 games (I can brag, I'm the wife). While on a road trip in South Bend, Indiana after going 3 for 4 that day (there I go bragging again) Daniel was hit by the pitch. And that quick, he broke his hand and would miss the next 2 months while it healed. As soon as the Mariner's and doctor's felt Daniel was well enough to play again, they sent him to Arizona to get some at bats in. We decided I would go along with him to AZ because we figured it would be a good opportunity for us to see our family. Leaving our belongings and car behind in Wisconsin, we headed to Arizona. After getting some games in Arizona, the Mariner's informed Daniel that we would not returning to Wisconsin, but instead, California, the next level up!
We we're excited, yet weary coming off an injury. We left from Arizona straight to California for Daniel to join the High Desert Mavericks. Knowing we had to figure out a way to get all our things out of Wisconsin, we took advantage of the All-Star break that took place a week and a half after we got to Cali. We decided during that time, that we would fly to Wisconsin, pack everything up in the car as quick as we could and drive back to California during those few days that we had off. Then, as soon as we arrived to Wisconsin, plans changed quickly. The Mariner's called and told Daniel they wanted him in Arizona TOMORROW! We quickly packed everything up, stuffed our car to it's full capacity, left our keys with the Clubee to be shipped back to California and we're back on another plane within 24 hours.
While in California, Daniel really struggled to pick up his hitting. He was still feeling an immense pain in the wrist below the hand he had broken. After being there for a little over a month, I got a call from Daniel on a Sunday. I remember it clear as day. I was having lunch with Daniel's parents after Daniel had left for the field when my phone rang... Daniel had informed me that the Mariner's were sending him back to Wisconsin. I was devastated. We had just got our car back to Cali, moved & unpacked into a house we we're renting with another couple from the team and I was loving being back home close to family and friends. I knew there was no way I was going to be able to move back out to Wisconsin and finish off the season with Daniel. We had already got rid of our apartment out there and had already spent way too much on moving expenses that year, so I knew I was going to have to stay behind in Cali. It amazes me how the Lord always meets us where we are at, when we need it. As I was driving to Daniel's game that day, I was listening to our local Christian radio station, the lady on the radio was talking about how her and her husband had to be apart during the summer and the verse she shared was Isaiah 40:29-"God gives POWER to the WEAK and STRENTGH to the POWERLESS." I was blown away on how perfect that verse was for me in that very moment. There I was, powerless, knowing my husband was going to leave and that I couldn't go with him nor know when I would see him again, but what a peace in knowing that God would give me the STRENGTH I needed to get through it. That night, Daniel got home from his game at 11:00 and he had to leave at 2:00 in the morning to catch his flight. So we had 4 hours to pack up and say our goodbyes. I was able to visit Daniel a couple times before the season ended. After the baseball season ended, the M's sent Daniel to Seattle for an MRI. Turned out, he had 2 broken bones in his wrist that they hadn't caught before, which explained all the pain he had been feeling.
Being back in Wisconsin, I did alot of reminiscing. It was tough being there, knowing that this is our third time in this league. (Everyone who reads this should already know, but Daniel broke his thumb last season-so we faced another injury season, that's another story). Being in Appleton this past week, stirred mixed emotions for me. At times, I felt discouraged knowing that we are still in this league, but other times I felt full of praise thinking back on what the Lord has shown us since we've been there last. It made me realize that even though we may not have alot to show for on paper for baseball the last 2 seasons, the Lord has taught us so much and we have grown so much in the last 2 years. Two years ago, when I would sit in those Appleton stadium seats and watch Daniel, baseball was our world. At times, maybe even our idol. Sitting back there this time, two years later, having gone thru the things we have gone thru in baseball, I have so much more of a peace at where the Lord takes us in baseball, whether I like it or not, or whether it makes sense to me or not. Because no matter what it is, He will be there with us each step of the way. Going through the injuries and having baseball taken away from us at those times was so humbling. We have grown so much through them and I know we still have alot of growing to do, but I praise God that "HIS GRACE is sufficient for us"!
We experienced alot of highs and lows that 2008 season. We were so excited when Daniel reached his goal of making the Class Low-A team (The Wisconsin Timberrattlers). The season started out on a high, Daniel was hitting .339 in 56 at bats with 10 stolen bases in his first 15 games (I can brag, I'm the wife). While on a road trip in South Bend, Indiana after going 3 for 4 that day (there I go bragging again) Daniel was hit by the pitch. And that quick, he broke his hand and would miss the next 2 months while it healed. As soon as the Mariner's and doctor's felt Daniel was well enough to play again, they sent him to Arizona to get some at bats in. We decided I would go along with him to AZ because we figured it would be a good opportunity for us to see our family. Leaving our belongings and car behind in Wisconsin, we headed to Arizona. After getting some games in Arizona, the Mariner's informed Daniel that we would not returning to Wisconsin, but instead, California, the next level up!
We we're excited, yet weary coming off an injury. We left from Arizona straight to California for Daniel to join the High Desert Mavericks. Knowing we had to figure out a way to get all our things out of Wisconsin, we took advantage of the All-Star break that took place a week and a half after we got to Cali. We decided during that time, that we would fly to Wisconsin, pack everything up in the car as quick as we could and drive back to California during those few days that we had off. Then, as soon as we arrived to Wisconsin, plans changed quickly. The Mariner's called and told Daniel they wanted him in Arizona TOMORROW! We quickly packed everything up, stuffed our car to it's full capacity, left our keys with the Clubee to be shipped back to California and we're back on another plane within 24 hours.
While in California, Daniel really struggled to pick up his hitting. He was still feeling an immense pain in the wrist below the hand he had broken. After being there for a little over a month, I got a call from Daniel on a Sunday. I remember it clear as day. I was having lunch with Daniel's parents after Daniel had left for the field when my phone rang... Daniel had informed me that the Mariner's were sending him back to Wisconsin. I was devastated. We had just got our car back to Cali, moved & unpacked into a house we we're renting with another couple from the team and I was loving being back home close to family and friends. I knew there was no way I was going to be able to move back out to Wisconsin and finish off the season with Daniel. We had already got rid of our apartment out there and had already spent way too much on moving expenses that year, so I knew I was going to have to stay behind in Cali. It amazes me how the Lord always meets us where we are at, when we need it. As I was driving to Daniel's game that day, I was listening to our local Christian radio station, the lady on the radio was talking about how her and her husband had to be apart during the summer and the verse she shared was Isaiah 40:29-"God gives POWER to the WEAK and STRENTGH to the POWERLESS." I was blown away on how perfect that verse was for me in that very moment. There I was, powerless, knowing my husband was going to leave and that I couldn't go with him nor know when I would see him again, but what a peace in knowing that God would give me the STRENGTH I needed to get through it. That night, Daniel got home from his game at 11:00 and he had to leave at 2:00 in the morning to catch his flight. So we had 4 hours to pack up and say our goodbyes. I was able to visit Daniel a couple times before the season ended. After the baseball season ended, the M's sent Daniel to Seattle for an MRI. Turned out, he had 2 broken bones in his wrist that they hadn't caught before, which explained all the pain he had been feeling.
Being back in Wisconsin, I did alot of reminiscing. It was tough being there, knowing that this is our third time in this league. (Everyone who reads this should already know, but Daniel broke his thumb last season-so we faced another injury season, that's another story). Being in Appleton this past week, stirred mixed emotions for me. At times, I felt discouraged knowing that we are still in this league, but other times I felt full of praise thinking back on what the Lord has shown us since we've been there last. It made me realize that even though we may not have alot to show for on paper for baseball the last 2 seasons, the Lord has taught us so much and we have grown so much in the last 2 years. Two years ago, when I would sit in those Appleton stadium seats and watch Daniel, baseball was our world. At times, maybe even our idol. Sitting back there this time, two years later, having gone thru the things we have gone thru in baseball, I have so much more of a peace at where the Lord takes us in baseball, whether I like it or not, or whether it makes sense to me or not. Because no matter what it is, He will be there with us each step of the way. Going through the injuries and having baseball taken away from us at those times was so humbling. We have grown so much through them and I know we still have alot of growing to do, but I praise God that "HIS GRACE is sufficient for us"!
Thursday, July 29, 2010
Michigan Trip
We got back this past Monday from a 6 day road trip to Michigan. We don't have our car out here in Iowa this season, so I wasn't sure if I would be able to make the trip up to Michigan. But the Lord provided (once again!) and I was able to hitch a ride from one of the pitcher's parents who were planning on going. They were visiting their son from Montana and had their camper trailer attached the their truck. They also brought their dog and cat along, so we had a full car. It took us about 8 hours to get to Midland. We drove thru the night, so I mostly slept. Midland was a blast and the stadium was awesome. Daniel hit a homerun while we were there too, so that was exciting!
Along with this lifestyle you really have to be ready to "roll with the punches" because you never know what's going to come up. Before getting married, anyone who knew me, knows I was the biggest planner! So much so, that when Daniel and I got engaged, I made a "pros" and "cons" list (the "pros" definitely outweighing any "cons") and had a 'budget list' to show anyone who thought we shouldn't get married young, that we had no reason not to. I was pretty compulsive about organization and having every detail planned out. First week of spring training after we had got married, I quickly learned you can't plan for too much and to always have a plan B, because the unexpected happens quite often in baseball. So I have pretty much completely almost 'let go' and have learned to go with the flow!
So while we were in Midland, Michigan, we didn't realize it before, but I'd be stuck in Midland an extra night after Daniel's team left for the next series in Lansing. The people I rode up with were camping out and decided it'd be best to leave the next morning,which made way more sense for them instead of having the drive thru the night. Daniel's team left after the last game of the series to head to Lansing. Well God is sooo good and amazes me how He always works out the details in my life when I have no idea what I'm going to do. While I was in Midland, I met this wonderful family of a ballplayer that was visiting from California to watch their son/brother play on the Great Lake Loons (the opposing team). They were amazing and we instantly hit it off. They were so sweet to let me crash with them in their hotel that night I was 'homeless'. I love how baseball has allowed us to meet such wonderful people! They were such a blessing!
Anyways, we headed to Lansing the next day and had a great time there as well. Michigan was a blast and I'm so thankful I was able to go.
More fun news, Daniel and I were able to share in our host family's son's wedding a couple weeks ago. It was an afternoon wedding and I'm so happy Daniel was able to go with me. I'm usually solo at weddings, so it was a treat to have him there. I also helped out with the rehearsal dinner the night before and worked with some incredible woman.
Other side note, a nice man from Clinton has been letting us use his old 85 Ford truck. This thing is a beast and you have to pump the gas peddle a few times before turning the key and starting it (fun stuff, but hey it gets us from A to B and we are so grateful!). But the truck broke down on us a couple weeks ago, so we we're left bumming rides from whoever we could. I'm happy to report that it is now fixed and back to life! :)
Along with this lifestyle you really have to be ready to "roll with the punches" because you never know what's going to come up. Before getting married, anyone who knew me, knows I was the biggest planner! So much so, that when Daniel and I got engaged, I made a "pros" and "cons" list (the "pros" definitely outweighing any "cons") and had a 'budget list' to show anyone who thought we shouldn't get married young, that we had no reason not to. I was pretty compulsive about organization and having every detail planned out. First week of spring training after we had got married, I quickly learned you can't plan for too much and to always have a plan B, because the unexpected happens quite often in baseball. So I have pretty much completely almost 'let go' and have learned to go with the flow!
So while we were in Midland, Michigan, we didn't realize it before, but I'd be stuck in Midland an extra night after Daniel's team left for the next series in Lansing. The people I rode up with were camping out and decided it'd be best to leave the next morning,which made way more sense for them instead of having the drive thru the night. Daniel's team left after the last game of the series to head to Lansing. Well God is sooo good and amazes me how He always works out the details in my life when I have no idea what I'm going to do. While I was in Midland, I met this wonderful family of a ballplayer that was visiting from California to watch their son/brother play on the Great Lake Loons (the opposing team). They were amazing and we instantly hit it off. They were so sweet to let me crash with them in their hotel that night I was 'homeless'. I love how baseball has allowed us to meet such wonderful people! They were such a blessing!
Anyways, we headed to Lansing the next day and had a great time there as well. Michigan was a blast and I'm so thankful I was able to go.
More fun news, Daniel and I were able to share in our host family's son's wedding a couple weeks ago. It was an afternoon wedding and I'm so happy Daniel was able to go with me. I'm usually solo at weddings, so it was a treat to have him there. I also helped out with the rehearsal dinner the night before and worked with some incredible woman.
Other side note, a nice man from Clinton has been letting us use his old 85 Ford truck. This thing is a beast and you have to pump the gas peddle a few times before turning the key and starting it (fun stuff, but hey it gets us from A to B and we are so grateful!). But the truck broke down on us a couple weeks ago, so we we're left bumming rides from whoever we could. I'm happy to report that it is now fixed and back to life! :)
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
Baseball Season 2010
Here are some pictures so far from this 2010 season:
These are some of the girlfriends/wives of the players
With out host mom Debe and host brother Aaron at the drive inn theatres
Daniel and Grandma Beck
Host Fam- The Fullans (Debe,Jim, and Aaron)
Me & Grandma Beck
Me & Nijeska (another player's wife). She's from Venezuela and only speaks Spanish.
So I've been working on my Spanish.
Daniel got to sit with me on the 4th of July after the game to watch fireworks :)
"And it's outta here"
Sorry for the delay in blogging. We have been keeping pretty busy over here in Iowa and I have found little time to get on here to give you all an update. We have been on a couple road trips since my last blog...one to Peoria and another to Kane County in Illinois. We also had a few days off during the All-Star break, which was a blast. We spent some time with my grandma and family in Illinois. It was about a 2 1/2 hour drive for us. We also went to a drive-inn theatre with our host family. Whom by the way, have been such a sweet blessing from the Lord in our lives. Daniel and I lived with them for a portion of the 2009 baseball season, but this year we've really been able to spend more time with them, they have really become family to us. Baseball is so neat in that way that it takes us to towns and places we'd never go and allows us to meet such wonderful people. The whole community out here in Iowa has left such a sweet impression on my heart. I have gotten to know a great group of season ticket holders over at the Lumberking stadium and have really enjoyed getting to know the people out here.
Anyways, things have been going well. Daniel hit a homerun in his last game out in Kane County (I added the video below, sorry it's a little shaky-I got excited, haha). Praise God! Also, there's an awesome guy out here in Clinton who has also become a good friend to Daniel and I that records and uploads alot of videos of the players out here. You can check it out by searching 'Daniel Carroll' on Youtube.
I have been loving being out here with Daniel again. The Lord has been showing me alot to be 'content' in where He has us in baseball. So often, it's easy to get caught up in the 'ups' and 'downs' of baseball, but I find so much peace in knowing we can find stability in Christ! I'm sure I've shared that before, but I can't help but to be excited about that!
Sunday, June 20, 2010
10 Tips To Kill Time When Stuck at Walmart During a Freak Storm
We just got back into Clinton after our 3 day road trip with the team to Beloit, Wisconsin. There were 3 other girls that made the trip as well, so I finally got some carpool buddies! It was a great trip and Daniel finished off the last game of the first half HOT! He went 3 for 5 with 2 Doubles, 2 RBIS, and a basehit! Praise the Lord! I am just so proud of him. I see him work so hard out there everyday and it's such a sweet blessing to see him doing well.
Anyways, one thing we've learned thru experience in the past seasons of being out here in the Midwest is that the following statement is a solid fact: Expect the unexpected when it comes to the weather!
After getting to the hotel in Beloit on Friday, Daniel and I decided we would go for a walk to the local Walmart that was a few minutes away. The sun was out and shining at the time and it was a perfect opportunity to get our blood moving again after being cooped up in the bus/car for the past couple hours. So we got to Walmart, walked around, grabbed a couple things we needed and proceeded to the checkout. As soon as the cashier rang us through. "BOOOOOOM", a loud thunder rattled the walls and we heard a complete downpour of rain pounding the ceiling above us!!! We walked towards the exit to check it out and it was complete chaos! Wind blowing, rain pouring, lighting, and thunder! Looked like clips of a hurricane scene we had seen on TV and this is not an exaggeration (okay, maybe it wasn't hurricane status-but it was intense). It came hard and quick! We we're left with little options and knew it'd be crazy for us to try to walk back to the hotel in this kind of weather. So we were stranded.
So here is the exclusive:
Anyways, one thing we've learned thru experience in the past seasons of being out here in the Midwest is that the following statement is a solid fact: Expect the unexpected when it comes to the weather!
After getting to the hotel in Beloit on Friday, Daniel and I decided we would go for a walk to the local Walmart that was a few minutes away. The sun was out and shining at the time and it was a perfect opportunity to get our blood moving again after being cooped up in the bus/car for the past couple hours. So we got to Walmart, walked around, grabbed a couple things we needed and proceeded to the checkout. As soon as the cashier rang us through. "BOOOOOOM", a loud thunder rattled the walls and we heard a complete downpour of rain pounding the ceiling above us!!! We walked towards the exit to check it out and it was complete chaos! Wind blowing, rain pouring, lighting, and thunder! Looked like clips of a hurricane scene we had seen on TV and this is not an exaggeration (okay, maybe it wasn't hurricane status-but it was intense). It came hard and quick! We we're left with little options and knew it'd be crazy for us to try to walk back to the hotel in this kind of weather. So we were stranded.
So here is the exclusive:
"Daniel &Chelsea's 10 Tips to Kill Time When Stuck at Walmart During a Freak Storm":
Tip #1: Balance a pineapple on your head
We were thankfully rescued by our sweet friends Hawkins and Samantha! And was back in time for Daniel to catch the bus to the field. The storm eventually passed and we were able to get some good weather for a great weekend of baseball in Beloit, Wisconsin.
Tip #1: Balance a pineapple on your head
Tip #2: Juggle Potatoes
Tip#3: Workout
Tip#4: Try on a Mu-Mu
Tip#5: Hang out with Justin Beiber
Tip#6: Have a sword fight (while putting the camera on self timer)
Tip#7: Ride a bike (more like 'pose' with it b/c they're locked up)
Tip#8: Knit
Tip#9: Take a nap
Tip#10: Take pictures on a bench
Sunday, June 13, 2010
The Thrill of Traveling
I write from IOWA today! Lots to blog, I finally made it out here this passed Monday, but sure had a journey trying to get out here; I'll start with that. Bear with me....
Monday morning started out perfect. Set my alarm clock to wake me up at 3:30 am. Although I barely slept at all due to the anticipation of finally getting to see my husband after 6 long weeks apart. Had all my bags packed and my mom, dad, tutu (Hawaiian word for grandma)and I headed out to SNA airport. We decided to leave early in hopes to have a nice breakfast somewhere before my flight. But as soon as we got in the car, I realized my headsets weren't in my iPod case. After my million check-list making sure I had everything, I fell short on the headphones. I asked my dad if I could run into the super Walmart near our house real quick, because I was not ready to make those flights without my music and didn't want to spend a ridiculous amount of money on headphones at the airport. So I ran into Walmart headed towards the electronics to quickly pick up some headsets. Turns out, all the headsets were locked up and I needed to find an employee to unlock it for me. After asking multiple employees, all in which didn't have the key, about 10 minutes had passed. That turned into 13 minutes as I continued waiting once I was told they were on it. I'd say about 15 minutes into it, I was finally able to retrieve the headsets! It took way too long, but headsets in hand and I was ready to go!
Unfortunately this ended up cutting into our breakfast time, so I had to settle for a McDonalds McMuffin in exchange for the pancake stack I had been anticipating from Ihop. Finally pulled up to the airport, said my goodbyes and I was on my way.
I walked up to the ticket counter, dreading putting my suitcase on that scale, but to my surprise, my bag was only 2 pounds over so I was able to throw a couple things into my carry on. As I went thru security, I noticed the belt had stopped and my bag was under inspection. Two men looked through the security monitor examining my bag as I stood there jacketless, shoeless thinking what could possibly be the hold up. They then called for back up as my mysterious carry on bag continued to hold up the line. I was pulled aside, given the talk, and then was searched. Turns out I had a bottle of hairspray in a pocket in my bag that I had completely forgotten to check. Must had been there from a previous trip. So that was tossed and I was finally free to go.
The first flight was perfect. I landed for my layover in DFW, ticket in hand and ready to hop off to quickly check the gate number for my next flight to Moline. As my eyes scrolled down the list of destinations, I came to Moline only to be disappointed by the words CANCELLED scrolled across it! I was clueless on the reason and what I would be doing. All I knew is that I was determined to get to Daniel someway or another Monday. After waiting in the long line of fellow disappointed and irritated American Airline flyers, I finally reached the counter to find out my options. There weren't many. She told me she had nothing flying into Chicago or Iowa City and that they would put me in a hotel for the night and fly me into Moline tomorrow evening. No thank you! I continued to ask if there was anything else at all and was so relieved to hear the words "we actually have a flight flying into Peoria, leaving DFW at 7:30 tonight". "I'll take it!" It was one of the last tickets, so I was thrilled I didn't have to stay the night, but not so thrilled that I had about 4.5 hours to kill at the airport. Peoria was also about an extra hour of a drive for Daniel to come get me, but worth it instead of us having to wait a whole extra day.
Finally boarded the flight and made it safely to Peoria. I had butterflies as I walked towards to baggage claim and was met by my handsome husband! The crazy day was all worth it at that moment!
So I have been completely enjoying my time out here in Iowa. We are back with the Fullans, our wonderful host family that we stayed with last year. They make us feel so at home and really do feel like family to us. We are so grateful the Lord brought them into our lives. We were also worried about our car situation while I'm out here because we decided it'd be too hard to bring our car out here again and a wonderful family, the Collachias, is letting us use their car! It's been such a blessing! The community and people out here are incredible and we feel so extremely blessed! God is so great for ALWAYS working out the details! :)
Well, Daniel's game was suppose to start at 2:00 today but has been delayed due to rain. He just texted me saying it's back on for 5:00 (which is in about 15 minutes), so I need to wrap this up. Thanks again to all our prayer warriors out there! I'll try to post again soon.
Oh, and Daniel hit a HR the other day!!!! Super exciting!!!
Hope you all are having a blessed day!
Hebrews 13:15 "Therefore by Him let us continually offer the sacrifice of praise to God, that is, the fruit of our lips, giving thanks to His name."
Monday morning started out perfect. Set my alarm clock to wake me up at 3:30 am. Although I barely slept at all due to the anticipation of finally getting to see my husband after 6 long weeks apart. Had all my bags packed and my mom, dad, tutu (Hawaiian word for grandma)and I headed out to SNA airport. We decided to leave early in hopes to have a nice breakfast somewhere before my flight. But as soon as we got in the car, I realized my headsets weren't in my iPod case. After my million check-list making sure I had everything, I fell short on the headphones. I asked my dad if I could run into the super Walmart near our house real quick, because I was not ready to make those flights without my music and didn't want to spend a ridiculous amount of money on headphones at the airport. So I ran into Walmart headed towards the electronics to quickly pick up some headsets. Turns out, all the headsets were locked up and I needed to find an employee to unlock it for me. After asking multiple employees, all in which didn't have the key, about 10 minutes had passed. That turned into 13 minutes as I continued waiting once I was told they were on it. I'd say about 15 minutes into it, I was finally able to retrieve the headsets! It took way too long, but headsets in hand and I was ready to go!
Unfortunately this ended up cutting into our breakfast time, so I had to settle for a McDonalds McMuffin in exchange for the pancake stack I had been anticipating from Ihop. Finally pulled up to the airport, said my goodbyes and I was on my way.
I walked up to the ticket counter, dreading putting my suitcase on that scale, but to my surprise, my bag was only 2 pounds over so I was able to throw a couple things into my carry on. As I went thru security, I noticed the belt had stopped and my bag was under inspection. Two men looked through the security monitor examining my bag as I stood there jacketless, shoeless thinking what could possibly be the hold up. They then called for back up as my mysterious carry on bag continued to hold up the line. I was pulled aside, given the talk, and then was searched. Turns out I had a bottle of hairspray in a pocket in my bag that I had completely forgotten to check. Must had been there from a previous trip. So that was tossed and I was finally free to go.
The first flight was perfect. I landed for my layover in DFW, ticket in hand and ready to hop off to quickly check the gate number for my next flight to Moline. As my eyes scrolled down the list of destinations, I came to Moline only to be disappointed by the words CANCELLED scrolled across it! I was clueless on the reason and what I would be doing. All I knew is that I was determined to get to Daniel someway or another Monday. After waiting in the long line of fellow disappointed and irritated American Airline flyers, I finally reached the counter to find out my options. There weren't many. She told me she had nothing flying into Chicago or Iowa City and that they would put me in a hotel for the night and fly me into Moline tomorrow evening. No thank you! I continued to ask if there was anything else at all and was so relieved to hear the words "we actually have a flight flying into Peoria, leaving DFW at 7:30 tonight". "I'll take it!" It was one of the last tickets, so I was thrilled I didn't have to stay the night, but not so thrilled that I had about 4.5 hours to kill at the airport. Peoria was also about an extra hour of a drive for Daniel to come get me, but worth it instead of us having to wait a whole extra day.
Finally boarded the flight and made it safely to Peoria. I had butterflies as I walked towards to baggage claim and was met by my handsome husband! The crazy day was all worth it at that moment!
So I have been completely enjoying my time out here in Iowa. We are back with the Fullans, our wonderful host family that we stayed with last year. They make us feel so at home and really do feel like family to us. We are so grateful the Lord brought them into our lives. We were also worried about our car situation while I'm out here because we decided it'd be too hard to bring our car out here again and a wonderful family, the Collachias, is letting us use their car! It's been such a blessing! The community and people out here are incredible and we feel so extremely blessed! God is so great for ALWAYS working out the details! :)
Well, Daniel's game was suppose to start at 2:00 today but has been delayed due to rain. He just texted me saying it's back on for 5:00 (which is in about 15 minutes), so I need to wrap this up. Thanks again to all our prayer warriors out there! I'll try to post again soon.
Oh, and Daniel hit a HR the other day!!!! Super exciting!!!
Hope you all are having a blessed day!
Hebrews 13:15 "Therefore by Him let us continually offer the sacrifice of praise to God, that is, the fruit of our lips, giving thanks to His name."
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