My God Did His Thizzle!!!
Quick synopsis: I interviewed a few weeks ago, then an unexpected chain of events occurred, got discouraged, started second guessing myself, immediately uplifted by my fabulous friends (THANK YOU!!), dropped to my knees, prayed for His will to be done, and let it go. Decided to refocus on current work project, motivate my team to pick up the pieces that keep falling apart, prep for biz trip, reconnect with loved ones I’ve been neglecting (EXTRA THANK YOU!!), and finalize plans for BabyGirl’s summer activities. Ya know, busy myself.
In essence, what I did was show Him that His will is more important than MY wants, show Him that I was walking in faith and not by sight, completely removed myself from the situation and out of His way, gave Him total control. Lawd bejeebus, my God showed out y’all! He did his thizzle yo!!
I’ve only shared the specific details with a select few because things were NOT looking good. I wanted the job but I didn’t want it THAT bad to compromise certain ‘must haves.’ I asked for what I wanted and just KNEW they would move on to the next candidate. I have no idea what changed between now and then, but I received the final call and they want ya girl on their team. WHAAAAAA? Lawd my head has been spinning ever since! It’s a tentative offer, still a few kinks to work out (e.g. exec meet/greet, relocation pkg, start date, etc.), but it’s a done deal and I’m psyched!!!
Sometimes I can’t believe the things that happen in my life. I couldn’t make this stuff up if I tried. I told God He better stop playing with me. Ha! If you know Him, I’m sure you also know He can be funny like that. LOL Some of you know me personally - you know what I’ve been through, what I’ve overcome, what inspires me, and what I do for a living. Some of you have watched me grow, shared my disappointments and have been there to celebrate my joy. I love you for sharing my ups and downs. All of you! Through the good AND the bad, there is no doubt…
I. AM. SIMPLY. BLESSED.
So please bear with me while I take this all in. I should warn you though. In my next post, I will take a moment to brag again. Not about my BabyGirl. Not about me. No, not about my fabulosity - you already know that. Ha! Not about the new job. Not about the money - or anything financial related for that matter. But I need to take a moment to brag about my Father. My Father God. I have to publicly give Him ALL the HONOR, ALL the GLORY, and ALL the PRAISE. I won’t get preachy on ya, but I need to share my testimony.
HE. IS. ABSOLUTELY. AMAZING!!
*thinking* I’m officially in the six figure club. Aaaack!!! LOL
Peace & Blessings
~*~*~*~*~*~
Work to achieve, not to acquire.
And as always, BE FABULOUS!
~SM
~*~*~*~*~*~Work to achieve, not to acquire.
And always, BE FABULOUS!
This blog is the story of my life...a single mom who worked her way from nothing to financial freedom. Subscribe here and follow the rest of my journey.
40 comments:
Write a comment:
Want an image next to your comment? Get your Gravatar here!
Have you read the Fabulous Financials comment policy lately?
Welcome to the club. The membership packet is in the mail.
I think of the words to My Tribute by Andrae Crouch as I think about your blessing! Congratulations! God is definitely good! To God Be The Glory!
Congratulations! I hope it’s everything you hope for and more!! - this is definitely a milestone acheivement.
Wow! Congratulations on the new job! Please remember us “littles” now that you are “big time”! Keep it up!
NCN
…Then THE RIGHTEOUS WILL SHINE FORTH AS THE SUN in the kingdom of their Father. He who has ears, let him hear…
So happy for you girl! xo NLL
And she’s getting her praise on too. You obviously know the source of your fabulosity. Congratulations on the new gig.
Hey, I’d like my readers to know more about you. Would you mind doing an interview for MartyBLOGs?
I’ll e-mail you a word attachment with your interview questions and you can e-mail your answers back to me in a few days. I’ll post them a couple of days later. Of course you’ve got a built in post to feature on your blog that day as well. So, what do you say?
If it’s a deal then hit me back at mlindsey@martinlindsey.com and send me an e-mail address to that I can mail them too.
Thanks and congratulations to you once again.
“I can do all things through Christ which strengthens me.” Philippians 4:13.
I love this bible verse. I live my life believing in it entirely. God is definitely good ma. I don’t know you that well but I am positive that all these blessings that God has bestowed upon you are well deserved. My Father doesn’t make mistakes. LOL.
Keep doing what you do and always give Him praise. Your an inspiration.
Dimps
Thanks for sharing your blessing with us onlookers.
Isn’t it funny how anothers good news can lift your day. I’m smiling reading your post.
Many more blessings to come SingleMa!!!
Congratulations Single Ma. I’ve been waiting for you to blog about the outcome (sitting on the edge of my seat biting my nails waiting:O)).
Okay I have to have an ignorant moment in honor of your new job.
To the tune of 50 cent. It’s yo birthday
Go single ma you got the job
We gonna party like it’s ya birthday
Gonna sip bacardi like it’s ya birthday
You know why we don’t get a f cause you got the job.
Muchas y muchas congratulation a ti. (yeah that’s spanglish as you can tell I don’t use my degree for crap. I’m in banking)
Congratulations once again I can’t say it enough
D.C.
Congrats! Relocation package eh? You about to get your relocate on?
Absolutely awesome! God is awesome. You are truly blessed. Congratulations, girl. Can’t wait for the next post.
Congratulations, SM! You continue to be an inspiration and this new job is just a testament to God’s blessing on your life.
“For I know the plans I have for you…” Girl, we ’bout to dance like David danced!! I see I’m not the only one with a “His Will, not my Wants, more of Thee, less of me” prayer.
Celebrate!! In honor of your good news, I shall purchase a pair of shoes. Just one. I promise. *giggle*
Congratulations! And good for you for sticking to your guns about what you are worth and not settling for less.
Congratulations!
Congrats, congrats, congrats, you are truly an inspiration, especially for those of us trying to do it on ‘ our own’, thinking we have all the answers.
Congrats again.
Congratulations! But relocation? You have to sell your brand new house?!? I didn’t even get to come visit to help you paint!
CONGRATS SINGLE MA!!! I’m so thrilled for you!
He is definitely Awesome! And, you know that the new job is going to be amazing for you as well!
Congrats congrats congrats! That’s SO awesome!!!
CONGRATULATIONS!
Congratulations! Proverbs 3:6
Im with Fresh.. welcome to the club.. cause he is there THROUGH THE GOOD, THE BAD AND THE UGLY!!!
:0) it’s a praise Friday ma!
Single ma, as always you are an inspiration. Congrats!
Congratulations on your wonderful accomplishment and rightfully deserved! So happy for you!
congratulations! i’ll have to repeat the other comments and say that you are such an inspiration not only in the realm of personal finance but also in faith and letting go and letting God.
keep up the phenomenal work!
xoxoxo
Praise Him!!!! Congratulations
I’m sooo happy for you! God does know how to show out doesn’t he. I’m expecting him to move on my behalf as well. I had a interview yesterday. I’ve been feeling bad about my situation. This post has been an inspiration to me. I’m praying I get it, but if I don’t he must really have something amazing in store. YOU BETTA PRAISE HIM!!!
YOU ARE THE WOMAN? Congrats.
I love to hear good stories. You are proof! If you want to something, go after it - ( pursuit of Happyness)
You go girl !!
Congrats!! Yes, the Lord is awesome..and incredible God deserves an incredible praise…. His will is what is most important..
I haven’t made it to the six figure club yet, but I hope to soon..after I am finish with my doctorate, I pray that I will have my own testimony!!
Kicking and screaming for you
Congratulations! Thank you for sharing your testimony because it has strengthened my faith.
Congrats, congrats, congrats! God is indeed good. What a wonderful affirmation of God’s love and favor, especially during this season of Lent. But yeah….what’s up with the relocation package?
I’m proud of you baby. I don’t tell you enough but I am always proud of you.
Love you.
You do so many good things that the universe had to give you a little something something back!
Congratulations!
Yahoo! Congrats!
….and let the Church say AMEN!!!
And the sista is Praising God, for without out HIM the blessings would not flow. I LOVE IT!!
Wishing you continued blessings.
Thank you, thank you, thank you! Yes, I do know the source of my blessings. I’m just a vessel He is using for a “purpose” I haven’t quite figured out yet.
As for relocation, yes I will move for two reasons: 1) I want my daughter in a better school district and 2) the commute would be way too much. Same state but the location is over 50 miles from my current place of employment. I will keep my house as investment property because selling with new construction still ongoing is very difficult. The new employer will help me find another home and pay expenses (TBD) associated with the move.
A better school district, a second chance at choosing a better neighborhood (at my employer’s expense was an unexpected bonus), a promotion, AND more $$. Jeeeeesus!! *faint*
Can I get my fifty cents yet?
Congratulations!
I know it is absolutely deserved, and I hope the transition goes as smoothly as possible.
Congrats!!! GOD is GOOD! I’m normally a daily lurker who doesn’t miss a day of posts. Your testimony brought me out of lurkdom and I wanted to join in your shout “PRAISE HIM”. I went through something similar in June 2006. I moved across country with my family for a new job oppurtunity. We used greatschools.net to locate the best school district and moved to that area. We haven’t purchased yet as we wanted to see if we would love the area. That’s our goal for 2008.
Single Ma, Congratulations! Wishing you the best in your new career.