I had to take a break from blogging to get ready for all church camp. Now back to counting my blessings.
11. Getting my CPA license was a journey of trust, faith, & reliance on the Lord. I was never a good test taker. And to have to sit two full days for the exam was gruesome. Most of my EY co-workers passed it during their first try, but it took me 4 tries. I can only take it once a year, so 4 tries means almost 4 years. The battle of perseverance was long and hard and many times I wanted to quit, but I knew God wanted to me to continue. When I felt prepared, I ended up failing. The time I passed was when I felt least prepared and was 6 months pregnant with C. I had to rest and go to the bathroom so many times that it took time away from my exam. But yet, I still passed. God showed me that my accomplishment is not by my own wisdom or strength, but by His power and grace.
12. God richly blessed us with our house. We started with a 1000 sq ft house in SL and upgraded to this almost 2600 sq ft house in CV. With me working part time since C was born, we were not able to save very much. Yet through increased equity, we are able to upgrade. With the housing bubble bursting, our mortgage was never under water. In a period where some people lost their home due to foreclosure, we were able to upgrade. This is only because of His blessing.
13. My richest blessing was the birth of the boys. Both were born healthy and without complication. Although I had to push for over 2 hours for C without epidural, it's much shorter than some other story. We had a hard time with C because he was not feeding well and I was inexperienced. We literally got on our knees, lifted him up, and prayed for God's mercy and guidance. He grew fine despite eating only 5 oz of milk a day for weeks as an infant. When J was born, he was an extremely good baby. Ate well and slept well. God knew that I can't handle another tough one.
14. Many of you have heard our adoption story which included so many miracles and blessings. We were given a healthy girl (only with minor heart problem) and she had every few attachment issues when we got her. When we didn't have the remaining adoption fee and had plans to max out all our credit cards, friends and families provided the funds that we needed. The adoption process and transition in China was smooth and safe, something we were concerned about when we contemplated whether or not to bring the boys. It turned out to be a great experience for everyone.
15. Ever since I had kids, God always provided jobs that were flexible and fits into our family's schedule. It's important for me to be involve in my kids' school and to know their teachers and friends. I wanted to help them develop socially. And I wanted to be home with them as much as I can. My jobs allowed me to do this so far. When the supposedly "good job" made me miserable, I didn't want to quit because I fear that I can't get another one just as flexible. Then, God brought me another. Although this new job pays almost 30% less, it's a blessing that I can bring home a paycheck. God never promised that He will make me rich, but will He always take care of my needs.
16. Another big miracle and blessing is that I can see that God is changing me and giving me the desire to know and draw closer to Him. He is changing me both physically and spiritually. Physically, I have lost over 30 pounds and my lifestyle have changed completely (180 degree). I used to dread exercising and particularly running. But now, I exercise 5 times a week and looks forward to it. Some days I exercise at 6 am. Before, I can't even run a block, but now I can run 5 miles at a time. I have even signed up for a 10K in November. I love the high feeling I get after a run and the accomplishment I get when I am able to lift more weight than what I'm used to. Even H said that I am completely different, when I tell him my goals for running, he would say, "Who are you?" Spiritually, God is reaching out to me where I am. Although I am sinful and broken, He is gentle and patience with me. When I cry out to Him, He speaks to me. Before, I am NOT a morning person. I only wake up 10 mins before the drop dead time that I HAVE to wake up and not a minute more. Now, I wake up early enough to have time to pray, read God's word, AND make hot breakfast. Who am I? I couldn't have change on my own, I have sure tried before. This change is the work of the Almighty God.
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