Read this article from Danielle Bean, one of my daily "blog stops" (see link at right). She's a young Catholic mother of 7 and has written a book, "My Cup of Tea". I hope to read it someday....hint hint.
Anyway, about the article.... She's so right! (take a minute and read it, so I don't have to paraphrase it) As a mother of (only) 5, I always have younger Mom's marvel at my ability to keep my sanity and get things done, with so many kids at home. Usually, it's the "new Mom of one" that just gazes at me in amazement and awe. heh heh.
Instead of basking in her praise and awe...so tempting....I assure her that it is a lot harder to be a new parent of one, than a parent of 3 or more. The kids at least entertain each other at home and are a really big help when it comes to hauling things in and out of the car, and keeping track of the littler ones in the store. I can't count the number of times the baby has been crying and my 5 year old will come to her rescue before I can, and keep her happy while I finish whatever task I have to complete.
The lesson in the article is one of hope and trust that God will provide, and a real gratefulness for one's vocation. I wholeheartedly agree with Danielle on that point. Motherhood is very challenging and exhausting, but what a glorious path to God, full of many many joys as well.
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