I love having a big family. Most people can not understand why we want "so many children". It is hard to explain. Everytime I am asked, I am stumped. I do not have a response other than to sputter, "We just do."
Our "fostering" has come to an end. With the new changes in the foster care system that became effective July 1, we are now "officially" over our limit in the amount of children that the "state" will allow you to have.
According to Indiana, you may not have more that 5 children, (biological, adopted or foster) in your home. So the decision was basically made for us. At least until our oldest children reach the age of 18...then we can add more.
But I know myself. I think we are done...
We have been blessed with some amazing kids. Kids who have come and gone and those who have stayed...and those we are blessed to remain in contact with.
Don't get me wrong...there are days that I am ready to string one of them up by their toe nails. Or attach a shock collar and have fun pressing that button. Or simply run away from home for that day...heck, who am I kidding...run away for good! Yes...I have those days...often!
But then there are days when everthing falls into place. We are "getting our grove on" and no one is fighting or calling names every minute of the day. Those are the days I remember to count my blessings and it tides me over through the rougher days.
I need to give praises more often than just the good times. I have learned that through the hard times is when I learn how much He is there cheering me on.
Praise You in This Storm- Casting Crowns
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