I am a simple gal. I really don't like loud noises. I have trouble when all 4 kids are talking to me at the same time, or even just talking /yelling/singing at the same time. This is probably due to the fact that there is usually music on too, while I am making dinner/cleaning up/doing laundry/ yelling at the dog all. at.the.same.time.
And, don't even get me started on the running around I do taking kids to lessons, games, friends etc. Granted this chaos is by choice. ( I could always say no, and we could hole up in the house for days.)
This chaos is my life right now, a season really. A season that will be gone all too soon.
I know this because my firstborn is in high school and I went to a college preparation lecture last week for her. What? my baby going off to college? OK it isn't for 3 more years but, still. I digress.(and cry a little!)
Our chaos is a thing of beauty for me, and I have to remind myself of this daily. I always wanted a big family, with lots of kids to run around and raise. God blessed us with our brood and my mission right now is to raise them. While it is hairy at times and I am exhausted most of the time, I wouldn't trade it for anything!
The chaos of a big, active family is a thing of beauty for me!
