The term, "Yours, Mine and Ours" has taken on a new meaning for our family. My husband has three beautiful teenage girls, I have a wonderful preteen son and two elementary aged ladies. Four and a half months ago, we welcomed OUR daughter to the family. There is a seven year gap between Baby Sister and the youngest of the other kids.
Besides feeling like we are starting over as parents, we are learning the baby has had much more of an impact on our family than we had initially realized. We had many hesitations when deciding whether or not to expand our already large family. Could we afford it, can we give a new addition a good life, is there enough time to spread around, are we too old....?? The list went on.
Despite our hesitations, we decided to have a baby. She has been a complete joy. She has such a calm personality and is mostly a happy baby (other than when she's hungry or tired).
The biggest impact has been on the other kids. They have a common bond, something they all share. Their relationship with their sister is a shared experience and has brought them closer as a family.
We will be learning as we all grow into our new family dynamic. I am eagerly anticipating the opportunities ahead...each situation a chance to learn and grow into a better person.
"I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength." Philippians 4:13
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