You eat it with laughter and meatballs. Family style. Today was our day, with kids, in the trade I worked out with my sister-in-law, Jennifer. Friday she had all three of ours for over 10 hours while we did some serious Christmas shopping in the Tri-Cities. They did the same thing today. And although I enjoyed Friday, today was a lot of fun, too.
We braved McDonalds with five kids. Got looks from multiple people. In fact, the numbers scored MaKenna an extra toy out of a Happy Meal. I'm glad we purchased the "van" I've been wanting. Because we also drove out to Cove in an attempt to get the little ones to take a nap. Everyone rode comfortably. And only two took naps. The two that needed it.
I thought Uncle Alex might enjoy an update with the majority of his neices and nephews. Time is going by so quickly, it seems crazy that he will be twenty-one this week. And only has a month and a half or so left in his mission. I think I speak for everyone when I say we miss him. And we truly can't wait to see his big smile!!
After eating spaghetti Mason and Bryson found the floor for some cuddle time. Mason LOVES this because neither of his sisters will allow him to get that close, most of the time. And he is my cuddler.
Morgann found me. Because, well, I think she was getting a little bit jealous! Jealous of the other kids getting my attention. It was kind of nice to have her all babyish for an afternoon. To be wanted by, my baby. So I snapped a quick pic of us, too. Then I looked at it and realized just how worn out I look after a day with five kids. It's probably a good thing I only have three. And I'm glad for neices and nephews to fill the baby void. Today was, GREAT!
For me to classify today as great is actually kind of a big deal. We had a minimum of six accidents. Morgann attempted potty training because her cousin was. I think I'll wait to be minus diapers for a little bit longer!