weekend getaway
I'm a little embarrassed at my candor turned pity party I threw myself this week. I'm still a little emotional about it all (I swear I'm not pregnant!) and I'm still not sure what decision Brad and I will make, but I'm glad I have such a supportive husband, family, and friends who let me be myself and trust me to make my own decisions. It's also so helpful to know that I'm not alone in my struggle. People have come out of the woodwork to offer support and help watching my kids, and that means more to me than you will ever know. Thank you!!
Kaiya and Delaney
Kaiya took it pretty seriously.
Here's Boston, Ben, Kaiya, and Delaney Saturday morning.
After breakfast, Riley, Ben, and Casey went for a walk. I love how big Ben thinks he is hanging out with the big boys.
Boston and Hank quickly joined in their "exploring".
At one point I lost Ben and found him trying to lie down in the wood pile.
Saturday afternoon we attempted to take the kids fishing. Most of them didn't last too long. This is Liberty, Sam, Jen, Boston, and Clint.
See how happy Kaiya and Delaney are?? Tahsha and Kyle are good sports.
I love how much Ben looks like his daddy.
I guess I didn't take any pictures of Greta and Joe. Whoops.
As much as I love vacationing with ten kids -- really, I do -- I seriously can't wait for our adults only trip planned for June!! I'm starting to forget what it's like to sleep in.
On a lighter note...
We spent a couple days last weekend up at the Wilsons' family cabin up in Scofield. It was pretty cold but we managed to have fun both inside and out with the Bradfords, Jenkinses, Kyle Wilson, and Tahsha Ford. Oh, and TEN kids -- please, everybody, it's time to stop reproducing :)
Anyway, we spent some time taking in the scenery from the deck Friday night before everybody got there. I just noticed that you can see my reflection in the window... creepy.
Kaiya and Delaney
Liberty and Leah
Jen is a genius and gathered the rowdy kids to play musical chairs... I mean musical acoustic guitar hotpads... on Friday night.
Kaiya insisted on holding the fishing pole at least once before we left. About thirty seconds later Joe helped her reel in a fish. Perfect timing. How cute is her face!?
As much as I love vacationing with ten kids -- really, I do -- I seriously can't wait for our adults only trip planned for June!! I'm starting to forget what it's like to sleep in.
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And how handsome is Benny?
Love you.
I didn't comment on your last post, so I'll do it here. I think a lot of times we, as mothers, give ourselves a hard time. We feel guilty when we can't be there for our kids. Bottom line: You're a good mom, Michelle. Your kids know they are loved. It's easy to see that. It would be awesome if you could quit working, but don't beat yourself up if you can't. I firmly believe we are measured by the things we can control, not the things we can't.