When we got married, we were renting a home on Lamura Lane. Instead of a honeymoon, we went on a “Family Moon Cruise” in July. It was important for us four to celebrate as a “unit”. For an “adults only” weekend getaway, we went to Tunica, MS in mid-August 2015. For us, playing blackjack is like any activity which costs money to play. We approach it like an “entertainment budget”.

As we were driving home, we received notification our lease was up for renewal. Both of us were under the impression we had a two-year lease. Both of us were wrong! At that time, we were not sure if we could qualify for a home mortgage. Still, the agreement was we would attempt to buy a home.

Mark had always been fond of our neighborhood, Woodmont. At the time, there was a significant amount of new construction and not much for sale. One property I loved was on Signature Court, but it was a foreclosure. We did not have time to play around and possibly NOT get a home. The house we purchased was built with another family in mind. It was built to their specifications and then something prevented them from purchasing it.

We loved the open living area downstairs and the size of our master suite. Mark especially loved the master suite tub was long enough to make a bath comfortable for him. By the Grace of God, we had just enough in cash for the down payment.

Nine years later, our home has more than doubled in value. Though we desire a house about half this size, there is nothing to buy which meets our budget needs.

Instead of being discontented, I count it all joy. Thank you, God, for giving us such a lovely home. Thank you for giving us hearts to share it with others in need. Thank you for a mortgage payment far less than renting a one bedroom apartment. We trust your timing and when it comes to pass, we will be equally or more so grateful to sell it and move forward. We will wait well, standing on Romans 12:12. Amen.