Falling Leaves

The last few weeks I've been dreading winter: the cold, the dark, the snow, the length, the lack of energy, and the end of all things summer!! The chill in the air is back and we've had more rainy days than sunny ones. I've been getting a panic feeling in the pit of my stomach when I think to much on it.....but there's hope.

I unexpectedly walked into JoAnn Fabrics with my Aunt Jess a couple days ago and their fall things are up: wreaths, cinnamon pine cones, oranges, yellows, browns, harvest, etc. I was thrilled! I was reminded of why we're upon my favorite time of the year, not my least. I love just enough chill in the air to cozy up in a sweater or under a quilt. I love harvest parties, Christmas parties, Thanksgiving food. I love that holidays mean being with my family. I love getting to be at home without having to rush to the next thing. Fall means xc running, hot chocolate, colors, projects actually being finished, and best of all its the turn we need to bring us closer to Christmas, which calls to mind the first snow that changes the world into a magical soundless place filled with sledding, ice skates, crystal air, twinkle lights, and family gatherings.

In one small errand my whole demeanor changed. Instead of dragging my feet I feel lighter than air. I love how the Lord can take a simple task and transform my attitude if I let Him. Living this life with Him has taken the dread out of moments because He's there, in ALL of them. How can anything be worth panicking over when He's walking right beside you, taking care of you, bestowing His grace upon you? Nothing is worth it, but we're human, so we do. Oh God that I would remember to trust You in all moments!

Fleeting summer moments captured here:

Summer Moments

Anchorage Trip for the girls! It was a weekend full of shopping, old friends, movies and laughter


Anniversary flowers from my hubby. 4 wonderful years together! Thanks Jordan for being the adventure in my life and for always encouraging me in Jesus. We couldn't do it without Him pointing the way! I just love loving you <3

We hiked 8 miles in to Trout Lake, part of the Resurrection Trail.

Crescent Lake

Brand New

Here are the requested pictures of our new home! Enjoy







I decided to go short again! I've been debating for awhile and in Anchorage this weekend I just crossed my fingers and went for it! I'm lovin' it so far :D

Alaskan Summers

Wow what a summer so far! I turned 24, we had our 4th anniversary and we've almost finished moving into our new rental in town. Its just so darling and its our own space! I love it :) I love getting to paint colors of my choosing, hang pictures, and unpack all my books.

Jordan has been working for John Castenholz building a medical building and I'm still at the dental office. Jordan has two weeks left of his online classes, then on to the last two classes! After its all said and done he'll have a major in business and a minor in Bible. I am just so proud of him!

In between work and school we've just been getting to enjoy the great state of Alaska!

Hiking at my campout!

A momma and baby bear we saw during our canoe trip

Just a gorgeous sunrise Jor and I woke up to on Birch Lake

My handsome Jordan
Such a beautiful day!Stephanie Thomas' Wedding

Going to check out the Russian River Falls

Killing time while we waited for the girls to run at the SuValley Track Meet

2010 ReCapture

Dearest Friends and Family!

2010 has been a year of changes for the Weber family: a move, a job change, and a wedding. We began the New Year finishing up the remodel in the house we were renting in Anchorage. The projects were finished in May, then it was time to begin showing off our hard work and the house was put up for sale. We prayed it would sell at the perfect time for our landlady and for us.

The first 2 weeks the house was for sale we flew to Sisters, OR for Katie (Jordan's baby sister) Weber's wedding. It was the most elegant wedding I've ever been to and the joy on that day was tangible. It is breathtaking to watch two God-revering hearts become one. While we were there, I was able to steal a couple of days away to visit my best friend, Lauren, in Salem, OR :) I was also able to pack up, then mail the rest of our belongings from the storage unit we rented in Salem to Alaska. We are now completely moved from Oregon!

The summer consisted of much work and, to our surprise, much play as well. Two trips to Port Alsworth, a backpacking trip through Johnson's Pass, disc golf, fishing, canoe trip with my brother and Danis, and to top it all off was a visit from Jordan's parents in the fall.

We got the news in July that the project on base was finishing up with nothing lined up for afterward, which meant Jordan would be having his last day of work for McGee Industries much sooner than planned. We knew the Lord was in control, but kept praying doors would open because we had no clue where the next step would lead. Fortunately my husband had quite a reputation with McGee and his was kept on, even after they were no longer on base, to work on odd jobs for the company. In September, we decided to make the move to Soldotna and look for jobs there. Soldotna Dental Arts was what God had in mind for my new job, they were even willing to wait for me to move and visit with my in-laws. Jordan's job was over the week before his parents came and the week after their visit I started my new job. During my first week at the dental office, Jordan moved us out of our rental home in Anchorage.

We have thoroughly enjoyed living on the Kenai Peninsula these past couple months. We feel as if we've finally found our nest and settled in. Most of our time is spent with the Smithwick family and it has been such a blessing to have them around to help us transition into Peninsula life. Jordan is still looking for a job and started school up again in early February. He hopes to have his degree finished by June through online courses. He also has been offered the opportunity to help my Uncle Jeremey with his hunts this spring. In the meantime, he LOVES being out of the city and has already severely depleted our bunny population. My work at Soldotna Dental Arts is going well. I just got a raise and my boss says I'm far beyond where she's expected me to be after only a few months. The owners like to crosstrain their employees, so I've been able to assist the Dr. with procedures here and there. I think promoting to a Dental Assistant one day wouldn't be such a bad idea.

Oh, and we get to visit the beautiful state of Hawaii March 21!!! We are meeting our dear friends, Jason and Lauren Bernard, there :) The first 5 days we spend with them in Maui and then the last 5 days we are priveledged to stay with Grandad and Grandma MJ in Kona.!

With this New Year under way, I pray that the God of Hope will fill you all with joy and peace as you trust in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. (Romans 15:13)

Blessings,

Jordan and Katrina

New Home

Goodness. Aunt Mindy is right...a LOT has happened and it's time for an update :)

We are officially living in Sterling, AK!! Last night was our first night in our new home. We are so thankful that the grandparents are letting us live here!! Last week was the first at my new job. I am now a receptionist at Soldotna Dental Arts. Its a new practice located on the left hand side of the Kenai Spur Highway heading towards Kenai. Everyone is super nice and patient with me as I am not only learning receptionist duties, but dental terms and processes as well. Sometimes I feel as if I'm back in school, but with hands-on tests everyday. Thankfully they aren't expecting much from me these first few weeks.

While I worked my first week I stayed at Jenny's and Jordan was in Anchorage packing all our stuff. This last weekend I traveled to Anchorage to help load the last of our things and we watched Robbie be amazing in football!!! GREAT JOB SOHI!!!!! We left a clean, empty house last night and drove South to our new home.

Jordan's parents came for a visit and we had so much fun with them! Most of the time we spent in Soldotna showing them around our new home. We looked at real estate, ate great food, went antiquing, went to a fall festival party, watched football and cross country running, and went to Homer, which was probably my favorite day! It was absolutely gorgeous, we went to a bunch of cute little shops and ended our day at a winery :) We can't wait until they come again!

By the way, our new mailing address is PO Box 3498 Soldotna, AK 99669

Ever-Changing Plans ;)

Ok, are you ready for our big news? We're moving to Kenai :D Jordan's Elmendorf Base project is finishing up and there are no other projects until possibly spring, so we thought, "what better time to capitalize on our dream to move to the peninsula?" My mom's parents are leaving for the winter on a road trip, so we get to rent out their gorgeous house while we figure out our next step. We both have lots of job options, but nothing is for sure yet. If anyone has any ideas please help! Jordan isn't sure he wants to go down the construction road again, but it is nice to have that as a sort of backup plan! I finally get to quit Starbucks!! I am thrilled, but suprisingly sad to leave. It's been a great 3 years and a blanket of security for both Jordan and I. Now we are stepping off the ledge and into the great unknown with none but the Almighty as our perfect guide! I believe us to be in good hands ;) Please pray for us as there are many decisions to be made in the next month!

Our tentative plan is to be moved sometime in October, we are trying to leave it all very open in case something comes up. Jordan's parents come to visit October 1st and we can't wait! It will be wonderful to show them around the state we've come to love.

As you can see through the last few sets of pictures I've posted, we have had a wonderful summer despite the rain! It has been wonderful being able to enjoy what the summers of Alaska have to offer us. I think that my most favorite memory was being able to go on a canoe trip with my brother and his girlfriend, Danis, before they left for Ohio. Here are a few pictures...