Decisions

There are many choices we make in life, and once you choose you will never know where the other choice would have lead you. I know that's why it's very difficult to make certain choices. Right now, Craig and I will either move to Waco in 6 months or stay in College Station for the next two years. There are pros and cons to both sides and we keep praying for God to show us the right way- but we haven't had a break through yet. I know God has great plans for us- but which one is the right one? Its really hard to not be able to plan for the future. Lately we have been talking about where we want to live AFTER Craig is done with grad school. Craig really wants to stay in Texas and I want to be with my family, however I really don't want to go back to Illinois. Both my sisters are new home owners and I can't wait to see their homes. I have never felt that I would be the sister never around. In the end I realize I chose (not realizing) a career that will always lead me away from my home. In this job you will never get a position right next to your home town. And when you have enough experience to get that job you are already settled somewhere else. ... I really think it would be cool to have a house in Dallas, Houston, or Austin where everyone can come visit. Then again I would love to just drive 5 minutes to go talk to my mom.. or sister. So what's more important? Staying close to your family or making a new life for your kids and grandkids in a better state? I really don't want to be the one away from family-but then again I already am. Anyways, I have been anchoring the Brazos Valley News and Views 10 o'clock show since August and I have learned very much about this company and about myself. This was definitely a risky job, however i knew it was something in the right direction for my career. There have been many challenges through this small bureau station. Couple things: Who knew you could have a 3 person newscast? and compete against an army -- We have 2 reporters and I produce/anchor the show. There is absolutely NO way we could compete with the other stations around us. We have been set up to fail- either way we try our best everyday and give our all- Even if no one cares at least we do! I will be going back to reporting in May and am very excited to only care and give my all to 1 story instead of try to produce a 30 minute newscast with barely any help. Anyways, back to the beginning.. there are alot of decision in life- I don't know if I'm made all the right ones... but i do know- now I don't make decision alone. Craig and I and of course God will be figuring the rest out together and always together!! That's what matters.