Our Prayers Have Been Answered
Sep 12th, 2008 by Shalee
And God said no.
Believe it or not, the company called and withdrew their offer for the job. After sitting down and talking about it, the owners decided that they would like to have someone with a few other qualifications that I don’t possess. When I asked if it was because I had put in a counter, they indicated that perhaps they hadn’t thought things through and were moving too quickly. I’m not surprised because when I asked one of the owners what their goals for the company were, he looked at me blankly and said that they’re playing it by ear.
I’m bummed about the answer to be quite honest, but I had a feeling that they were going to go this direction when I didn’t hear from them yesterday. I can’t see them making me wait if they truly wanted me on board.
In retrospect, I know that this answer is a good thing. The vacation was less than industry standard. The pay was on the lower end. And to be honest, I don’t know that I want to work for a place that won’t respect a prospective employee enough to be quick with an answer. Plus, were I to take the job, that didn’t mean that they would have been happy with my lack of job qualities at a later date. I know that God is protecting me… and them.
All this means to me is that God is still building character within me, reminding me to trust Him to lead me to where I need to be. And that’s a really good thing. Even if I’m crying about the situation now, I know – really know – that God will give me reason to rejoice soon enough.
You know what I dislike the most about this timing? I gave up a perfectly good coffee date with some good friends only to hear no. Phooey. That just means that we can plan one for next week now. Anyone want to come to my place for coffee and good talk?
So, it looks as if you’ll have to put up with prayer requests a little longer. Speaking of which, I have another interview come Monday. I can’t imagine being excited about it like the other one, but you know what? God can wow me in the strangest ways possible. Back to the old drawing board!
Oh, and today is Mr. Right’s birthday! Y’all give a good old shout out to him, would ya? He’s old… you may have to shout pretty loudly for him to hear! :)
Have a truly blessed weekend and I’ll catch you on Monday.
Happy Birthday, Mr Right! You are young! I know this because I am older than time, so you are ALL young! Have a great day.
Shalee – you are right. He has bigger plans for you. I have loved watching you grow over this period, and I smile, because I just know you will be so blessed. Have a great weekend, and if I were remotely close, I would be barrelling up your garden path for coffee. There is just the little matter of the pond between here and there……
Bummer. I know it is for the best, but it is difficult to feel so unsettled.
If you haven’t already, check out job listings on Craigslist. Sometimes there are some interesting opportunities.
Bummer. But I have a feeling you will be thankful that the door was closed.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY MR. RIGHT………. (is that loud enough?)
you have the best attitude. and i know you’re right. god has better plans for you.
Happy Birthday Mr. Right!!!! Could Ya hear Me! {Shalee}hugs
Girl your constant faith is building me up.
Oh, Shalee, I’m so sorry that didn’t work out… but you certainly have the best attitude about it. We have a fav kids’ song around here called “I Won’t Turn my Back on You” by Rob Biagi. One of the lines says: God answers prayers three ways, Yes, No and Not today.
It’s a tough lesson to learn but an even tougher one to teach kids. You are SOOO teaching yours through this job hunt.
I am all over coming for coffee! I can do any day but Thurs morning. In fact, on Thurs morning Addie & I are in a Beth Moore Bible study (Patriarchs). We’d love to have you join us; even if it’s just this week or a few weeks before you start your perfect job… just let me know if you’re interested. d
oh yeah, HAPPY BIRTHDAY MR RIGHT!!!! Though I think we are very close in age…..
Well. I”m glad it’s over one way or the other
You never cease to amaze me, I know you’re disappointed, but you handle it with grace. Love that about you.
And now that you have free time again, get your patootie out here girl.
Cause it’s all about me.
You have an amazing attitude, Shalee. AMAZING. I admire your faith.
I could use a dose of your optimism 
I know how excited you were about this job, but I think that there has to be something more perfect for you out there. Just keep showing your awesome, true self and good things will come.
I have no idea if I was part of that “good friends for coffee” comment, but I’d love to get together sometime next week if you are up for it
HAPPY BIRTHDAY MR RIGHT!
Shalee, I am so bummed to hear that you haven’t come across the right job yet. I know how frustrating that can be, and I admire you so much for handling it with such grace. I know that the right job for you is out there…and I am hoping and praying that it will pop up for you soon — you more than deserve it!
Hope that your birthday celebrations aren’t ruined by this weather!
I’m sorry this didn’t work out. Still, I’ll bet you anything, when you do land the right job, you’ll be glad this one didn’t happen. They sound a little wishy washy to me. The perfect job really is just waiting for you, Shalee. Try to enjoy this break while you can.
And happy birthday to Mr. Right. Somehow, I think you probably keep him young.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MR. RIGHT!
(Was that loud enough, Shalee, ’cause my capitals don’t get any bigger. ;vD)
Too bad about the job. Keep trusting. He’s got the right thing out there for you in His time!
Happy Birthday Mr. Right!!!!
Shalee, I love your attitude. If I lived closer, I’d take you out for breakfast!
Aw Shalee, I’m so sorry. Glad that God saved your from a job that appeared to be a good fit at first. But I know going on with the search seems discouraging.
Hope Mr. Right had an amazing b-day.
Praying God would lead you to the right job at the perfect time.
It has been wonderful reading your posts lately. Your trust in God is so encouraging to me as we get ready to go through the same thing with my husband’s job loss. They’ve told us it’ll be coming and we’re just waiting.
Been praying for you. I”m glad you’re able to focus on the positives when you hear a negative answer.
So sorry the answer was no. But I love your positive attitude and God truly will WOW you when the time is right!
Happy birthday to your husband! My husband’s birthday was yesterday also!
Happy birthday to your husband!
Something wonderful is just around the corner, Shalee.
Even though this didn’t pan out, we truly do know that if God had intended…it would have happened. But that still doesn’t make it easy.
He loves us so….He will provide. He will. You are special in His sight.
Sorry to hear that it didn’t work out, but it’s probably for the best. A company that’s “playing it by ear” isn’t the best place to be.
I’m so sorry, sweet friend… but on the flip side, this didn’t sound like too solid a company to work for … one with long-term job security, ya know?!?