I'm BAAAAACK!

 I cannot say how glad I am to be able to access my blog again. My school laptop no longer let me and it was frustrating to say the least. So much has happened to us! We moved to Washington NC for starters. People keep asking why, what brought you here? The Lord, for a multiple of reasons. The main reason is I need to be here in the East in order to get Phillips House established. I just know this. Other reasons, we will see. When we first got here I was really uncomfortable with the thought that we would be here long term. It just didn't feel right at all. Then the thought came, Laurie, this is temporary, about 2 years. So, enjoy your time here. The people, the sights, the culture, your house. Experience as much of it as you can. You could even think of it as a church mission. And that is when I felt at peace and harmonious with our move. So interesting. I think we will head back west again. Arizona perhaps. Or at least that is how it feels now. We will see. 

And speaking of AZ. Our Ilse and Heber and Dot sold their house several months ago and tried to build a home. The builders were behind, did not put a roof on it for some unknown reason and then it rained in Tucson. Record rain. It pooled in the walls causing immense damage, possibly mold. They have been looking frantically for another place but could not find one. Ilse only just told me what was going on last week. Sunday Eric and I fasted and prayed for them. Three days later on August 18 she sent out a family text saying they had found a house and were going to put in an offer right away. (this was after looking at 5-10 houses a week since April). We all started praying like crazy and put them on the prayer roll. Yesterday, the 20th (Zack's birthday!) they heard their offer was accepted. I. Am. So. Thankful. It is a big, beautiful home. I am not sure why they need such a big home, but I know Father has a purpose. I Love Heavenly Father so much. And I am so grateful for Him taking care of our family. Especially when we are so far away. 

So, things are still interesting in the world. One person said, "We are in the battle we have been waiting for our whole lives, whether we knew it or not." And I agree. I have felt it for years. Some of my children have too. Exciting and perilous times. But we are up to it. Or The Father of Lights would not have put us here at this time.