Took a big bite out of Penelope today. I was able to conquer the clutter in the laundry room while Hubster slept and little men took naps too. It felt very good to see the end result and know I had dreamt it up, brought it together and made it happen. There are still a couple things I would like to do, but for now, it works. The little men both got sick one week ago today. I have been without voice since Friday (today is Sunday). So interesting trying to parent, teach, love while there is no voice to use. For now I am rejoicing in the little bites I have been able to take.
I have stumbled across a bloc from a family in Washington State who have 9 children and live in an 11,000 sq. ft home. Sheesh~that made me feel like we live in a castle. Her encouragement and advice has helped me to rethink where I am at in my season of life and how much more serious I need to take it. Parenting these children is a huge responsibility that I am not taking as seriously as I should. Having the income we have and not being responsible with it is just silly! I organized the office area a bit today whilst 'attending' online service. It worked- but really only made me realize what a bunch of paper mongers we are and that someday- soon- we are going to have to get serious about what we HAVE to keep and start purging what we can...
But for now, Penelope stands. Comforting us, keeping us safe, allowing our clutter and messiness to live another day!
