As most of you know, we literally have no friends or family in the state of Illinois - let alone within the vicinity Chicago! But, God, in His faithfulness, is slowly changing that. We are starting to make meaningful connections.
We have a Realtor! WooHoo! She is now on the hunt for the perfect home for our little family and our huge amount of belongings. We've sent links of townhouses we found in the area that we think will meet our needs, and she is taking those to launch her search. She sounded hopeful and encouraged that she'd find what we need. She even said she'd greet us and our truck the day we arrive! AH- an instant friend. Wonder if she'll bring some manual helpers.... :)
AND- we were wrong! We have extended, distant family within about 45 minutes from where we are looking. Michael's dad was contacted by a distant cousin that would be visiting the LA area and wanted to get together with our side of the family, if for nothing else, at least dinner. Turns out that their son lives in a Chicago suburb - near where we are looking to live. And, he's a pastor! Our "new" cousin called today to greet and welcome us on our journey to Chicago, and to offer his home town advantage.
With these fast forming friendships- maybe I won't have to cook that turkey I am dreading at Thanksgiving!
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