A new journey has begun...

A few more weeks have passed…and a new journey has begun in the Miller household, unfortunately, it is not me.

Three weeks ago Zach resigned from Target.  We went from being a “Target Family” for 12+ years to a non-Target family all within 3 months of me resigning.  The Lord has more in store for us.  Our God is a God that always provides, protects and leads.  His steadfast love for us has opened new opportunities and we have now embarked on a new journey.

Can I just say, I am so proud of my husband!  I know many of you reading my post know my husband, but for those who do not- he is one of the most humble, thoughtful and encouraging people that you will ever meet.  He has selflessly let me shine and go after my dreams.  He has supported my every career move, my every mom move, and everything in between.  This man has loved his career, has been content and I know has put himself after his family.  He trusted in God’s timing that his day would come.  And truly, a God thing, a blessing- a new opportunity knocked on his door.  This faithful man did not jump at the first knock, he did not jump at the second knock, and instead he had us as a family praying for God’s blessing and direction.  Then one day, I am not sure what exactly prompted him to begin conversations and explore the knocking, but he did.  And with a faith-filled heart, he began his new journey.  I know it wasn’t an easy thing for him to do; he stepped out in faith and took a leap!  Zach loved his job at Target, he took on a different role back in the fall and wasn’t sure he would be so successful at it, but God knew he would be.  In his last role at Target Zach learned new skills, polished off old ones and his confidence and knowledge was contagious.  His passion for technology and data (and all the stuff I don’t understand J) was giving him so much energy- an energy that clearly God knew and one that others saw and sought after.  So the knocking began without any seeking from his part.  After prayerful consideration, Zach made his transition to UHG- Optum after 12+ years at Target.

Our family life has changed so drastically in a matter of a few short months.  It amazes me how GREAT our God is.  As a family we prayed for God’s grace and presence as we made a life changing decision when I left my job to do some soul searching.  We prayed that 2014 would be a transforming year for our family.  Little did we know the transformation that was in store for us.

This week marks a new chapter for Zach and our family as he has started his new career journey!  I am so excited and proud of him.  During this time, he has stayed focus on his faith, not the compensation, not the job title, but on his God.  And as I have said to many of you, this has all been a God thing.

As for me…I am still searching for the what’s next.  I love all the volunteering I am doing, but my brain longs for a complex business issue that I can solve.  So with that, I know it’s time to really begin looking.  I have learned so much these past 3 months about myself, my drive, and my limits.  I believe taking the time to refocus has provided me more clarity on what I am willing to give on.  The lens I have on now is clearer, stronger and more focused.   My God, family and friends have truly grounded me these past few months, I can now recognize the beauty around me and with my new found armor, I am ready!

As I am proofing and getting ready to post this blog, I received a nudge (which I believe is the Holy Spirit).  This is my Easter coming, this my God’s gift to me.  Let the old go, the new is coming, He is RISEN!  I have PROFOUND comfort in Christ the Lord!