Today was our stake conference where we found out about all of the boundary changes for our wards. We were way in the back of the gym and couldn't see the screen very well, so for awhile we thought we were cut off from our good neighbors on both sides. I was sitting there feeling a little sick to my stomach, suffering from some serious ward envy.
I was upset to discover that I was one of those people, the ones they were worried about who would be distressed and struggling over these changes! Damn. I don't want to be one of those people.
Imagine my delight when we were leaving the meeting and got a hard copy of the map -- we are in the same ward with our good neighbors (and the new bishop we already know and admire). Still a lot of people we don't know yet, but I feel like now I don't have to go so far out of my comfort zone.
So... I'm really relieved. And slightly disappointed in myself.
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I've been waiting for your ward news!
I am glad that you are somewhat relieved at the changes, and your attitude sounds incredibly optimistic, actually, though you were a bit trepidatious (understandably) at first. I know "they" will be grateful for your willingness to try!
I'm happy that you got in the "good" ward. When our ward split, I was totally fine with it, even though I wasn't in the "good" ward anymore. That lasted about 3 months and then I started feeling unhappy about where I was. We are in the "new" ward - new bishopric, new RS presidency, new everything! Now that it has been a year (1 year exactly tomorrow) I can see that we were not in the "good" ward because there were things we could offer the "new" ward. We were needed (everyone was, and still is, because we're pretty tiny!) and that gave us an opportunity to serve and to teach our kids, by example, the importance of serving in callings. I still frequently find myself wishing we lived on the other side of the "fence" but then I remember the hymn "I'll Go Where You Want Me to Go" and put a smile on my face and push forward.
I guess the point of my comment is that the Lord knows where He needs you. Be willing to do what is needed and you'll be blessed - no matter where you are!
Ward changes are hard- Kelly and I have been through 5 ward changes and 2 stake changes since moving into this house 8 years ago. I hope your new ward is great!
So fun to read about the melting pot- it is fun (even though expensive)! And your SP is way cute- I can't wait to see next month's!
This happened to us a few months ago and I never understood why they didn't pass out the maps before hand. Good to hear that you will be with your neighbors and bishop.
It was hard when they did our split at first, but now I really like our ward and will be sad to leave.
Don't be hard on yourself, Michelle! Change is just plain hard. I'm relieved for you that there are people you know and love in your new ward. Sometimes just a little familiarity and comfort is all you need to get you through a big change like that.
Change is hard, even when its good.
2 years ago, We had a meeting at the "Lazy E Arena"-(where they have rodeos etc.!) Our stake redid the boundaries, and created a new ward...and a spanish branch. It was so funny to be sitting in the bleachers, in a big building that smelled faintly like a barn, looking out toward the red dirt covered floor, to our stake leaders up on a stand. When they were announcing the changes, everything was echoing, and I could not hear what was being said...and you could hear people whispering..I could not wait to get my hands on the "papers" that were being passed out, to see what all the whispering was about!
I went through the range of emotions, and felt bothered at myself for them.
Change is hard, even when we know its for good!
no matter what it is change is always hard and I think not knowing about what change is coming is even harder - don't beat yourself about it!
What a relief! having a good bishop that you already know and like can make all the difference. It shouldn't be that way, but it is! I've been known to cry when our wards have split--especially at the loss of a good bishop. I'm glad things turned out well for you. Now, hopefully they don't put you back in scouts!!! ;)
How funny to be relieved and slightly disappointed in yourself. Maybe you can see this as a close call and a practice run at leaving your comfort zone. I'm happy for you!
I'm glad you are with the "good" neighbors! Glad you know the new bishop too! It sounds like it will be a better transition because of a few familiar faces! I hope it goes well for you!
I'm glad your new ward boundaries worked out okay--change is good, but it's always nice when things don't change too much.
First, I loved your perfect use of "damn" in this post. And I'm relieved that it's reason for escaping turned out as a non-issue. I've been through both kinds of ward changes (the good & the bad), and I definitely know which end I prefer.
i am so in awe of the ward changes and stake formula (what i understand of it!!) i think it is so interesting to read about
but i agree with kelly-- change is hard and i am happy for you that you are relieved.
ps- thanks for your wonderful french postcard! what a treat in my mailbox.
Oh, go on...be relieved! Whew!
No reason to be disappointed. Seriously, we all have things we struggle with and that's part of being human. And I'm sure, had things not worked out quite as nicely, you would have tried your hardest to be okay with it and that's all we can do, try our best.
Love the new banner!
Your banner is so so cute.
Glad your going to make it through the changes with your ward boundries. I am sure you will get to know the new people and love them. The gospel is so wonderful.
WOW On the new header!!!!!!!!! looks fab...
I think a change like this can be very hard. I know when I was a kid they changed the ward boundaries and cut out one street from the rest of the ward. It was very hard for them as several went inactive. I guess that's something I won't have to worry about. Where I live they could only add to the ward.
I'm glad you are where you want to be.
I love your new banner!!!!
I hate discovering I'm one of "those" people.
On a more positive note, your banner really WOWED me when I clicked over to visit you!
Love your new banner. Glad the switch isn't as bad as it could have been- and that you learned something about yourself!
love the new look. very clean and crisp. i really like it.
ward changes can be tough. I remember as a youth people crying during meetings when the changes were announced. I guess since we have moved around so much I have come to realize that all wards are good and bad in their own ways. Glad you got to stay with your good friends. I too have been "relieved and disappointed" in myself at times. Tough thing to realize you are not who you think you are. :)
I just have to tell you that I LOVE the new banner!
Sounds like all is well.
Aunt Patti will be glad to know!
Ooh, I know this feeling a bit. We've had a big shake-up at church with service times, and they're trying to corrall certain 'sets' of worshippers into certain styles of service. It was all very touchy.
This whole post of yours reminds me of the title of John Ortberg's book: 'If You Want to Walk on Water, You've Got to Get Out of the Boat'. I haven't read it, but I agree with the title, straight off!
I hope you get to know lots of the new people with ease.
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