Things here have been pretty hectic - but nothing out of the ordinary :)
The twins are growing so fast now, I can't believe how small they once were. They are now 12 (nearly 13) weeks old and I'm not too sure how much they weigh. I am getting them weighed on Mon so I will know then but I am guessing over 4 kilo each now? The last few days they have been quite unsettled and chucky so I am hoping that it's just a stage they are going through
We had our friends over today and it was crazy but fun :) between the five of us we had 11 kids here (and that was with all the older siblings at school, LOL!) They all had a great day and my little ones enjoyed catching up with some other kids and having a play - sometimes I think they are going a little stir-crazy when I try to stay at home all the time (the effort required to load everyone up in the car and go out often outweighs the benefit of actually going!)
I am drowning in washing and struggling to get out of my PJ's most days but in general I am loving being the mum to five kids! I love the craziness and the noise, I love the playing and the fun, I love the fighting to a much lesser degree - but hey! You can't have everything :) I am finding that there are a lot of people out there prepared to pass judgement and make rude comments about our choice to have 5 kids but I am greatful for the few people I hear make comments like "double the joy" or congratulate me on my beautiful kids. I try to ignore those who make rude unnecessary comments - I tend to think they must be a little jealous! At least I will never be lonely or bored LOL! My friend had a great comeback today that I must remember - next time someone says "geez, you have too many kids" (like the rude lady in Target the other day) I should say back very loudly -" I guess one is too many for some people!" (with a tone that infers - I MEAN YOU!) I know I will never regret having any of my kids but if I hadn't gone ahead and had that fourth (and fifth) one I may very well have had regrets! Life is crazy, I am tired but I am HAPPY :)
4 comments:
Marnie - your children are gorgeous ... my friend has 7 kids (11 - 1.5yrs ~ including 2 sets of twins) and people stare and ask her "don't you have TV" ... people can be so rude.
You are doing a fabulous job - keep up the good work. I have 1 yr twin boys & 14yr old and life does get less hectic ... eventually. Oh and enjoy them - they grow up too fast.
Hi Marns,
You and I both grew up in large families so we are used to the crap people tell us, just the other day I met some new people and told them I had 5 brothers, and they were rude and said my mum was a rabbit - I just told him that my mother had enough time and love for 6 children and I was proud to be from a large family. Sometimes when it is quiet here I wonder if I might have had more kids had things been different. Anyways - in life you learn to ignore the opinions of the STOOPID people and surround yourself with the love of people who support your life goals! You cope better with 5 kids than most mums with 1 or 2! Every new mum I see now, I tell them them my best friend has 5 kids 5 and under - it soon makes them stop and think that there are more testing situations out there. If people stopped and appreciated the great gift our children are maybe we would all be alot happier! Take care ! Love Jules
Hi Marnie - its Naomi here from AMBA. My little twins were also born on May 28th 2007 but at 29 weeks.
Great to see things are going well for you. Love to chat a bit! We have a lot in common, firstly the twins and also our love of scrapbooking!
Take Care, Naomi
Hey Marnie, I too have 5 kids and 30 years on I am still loving every minute of it. I have 2 grandchildren now and hanging out to be a grandma to many many more. I applaude you for your family decision and let me tell you, the christmas's are fun, the birthday's are fun, the holidays are fun and life is fun with 5.
Steph
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