Quick Post

I have moved into an apartment in Salem, OR.  I have had an interview with the State of Oregon.  I finally have internet access again (yeah!).  I will be posting some photos of mini adventures I've had while waiting for the interview and response. 

Salem is a good place to live.

The Beach

Saturday:

I went bowling for the first time since 1996.  I bowled a 96 and a 137.  Not bad for my beginning games.  Then, a whim, I drove to the Oregon coast.

It was a beautiful drive. At the coast, the beach was having a beautiful day. The temps were in the upper 70s with very little wind at the beach. 

I was at Lincoln City.  One location will allow someone to drive their vehicle right onto the beach.  There were cars and trucks on the beach.  My black truck was one of many.  One truck was stuck in the deep sand.  It was interesting to watch them get the truck unstuck.  I even talked with several people who were also enjoying the beach.

On the way back to the motel, I realize that the Oregon felt like home.  Salem is a small city that doesn't feel big. 

This coming Friday I will have my job interview with the state of Oregon.  I have been praying that I may receive the job.  I have applied for an apartment about two blocks from the capital building.  I would be able to walk to everything.  My truck would be taking out for weekend excursions only.  That would save money on gas, which has jumped to $4 per gallon.  I have even found a church a couple of blocks from the apartment.  

I know that I am probably in the location I want to be in for the long term. I'm even dreaming of buying a house and a vacation home on the coast. I have even visited the Cascades yet.  Maybe I would need two vacation homes!

Where in the world?

Here is the latest update.  I loaded all my belongings into a cargo trailer and drove across country to Salem, OR.  I did have a week stop in Canmore, Alberta (another post to come).  I have an interview lined up with the State of Oregon for an Accountant 3 - Fixed Asset Coordinator position.  The duties described sound challenging, but within my capabilities.  The interview is on Friday, Sept. 21st and I am competing with eight other people. I have been praying to receive this position. I do remember that God is sovereign and in control. His ways are best.

Currently, I am looking for housing.  I am trusting that God will find me a place to stay for the interview and waiting to receive word of the job offer. 

I have realized this trip that I have changed in so many ways.  I'm not liking the "on the fly" living and working that I have done for around 20 years.  I do want to get settled into a position I enjoy and live in an area I find peace.  So far, Salem, OR has brought me peace.  The capitol is small and if the capitol wasn't located here, I'm guessing that this would be a small town. 

It is annoying to learn that I have changed my desires and needs AFTER I act like nothing has changed.  I'm sure many people can relate.