I am still at the stage of attempting to find housing in Cedar Rapids. It hasn't been the easiest thing to do since I'm not there. Almost two weeks ago, when I went to look at houses with my family, it was rather disappointing; there really weren't any that were interesting. So now I am apartment hunting. It isn't going very well. On Saturday I will have between 12:30 and 2:00pm and then again from probably about 3:30 until maybe 5:00. I have no idea how long it takes to get the grand tours of the apartments.
One interesting possibility has come up. My brother-in-law's brother lives in Marion, IA (right outside of Cedar Rapids) and is interested in renting out his basement. It doesn't have a kitchen yet, but my rent would consist of putting one in. Like I mentioned earlier...it's interesting.
Yesterday I was on the verge of a minor breakdown. I started calling apartment complexes and no one was answering the phones. How frustrating. Also, most places want me to sign a year's lease. Since I would prefer to buy a house rather than rent, I only want to sign for 6 months. If I lived in Scott's basement, I wouldn't have to sign a contract at all - another bonus. Plus I would probably end up covering most of the rent up front and not have to worry about monthly payments for a while.
A lot to think and pray about.
This morning I read Deuteronomy 31:8 - The Lord himself goes before you and is with you, he will not leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid, do not be discouraged. Right now that verse is extremely reassuring.
