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Keepin' it REAL!

I am half crazy.
I like to do things half way.
I ran a half marathon ... not fully crazy ... just half!

People keep telling me that my life is busy right now  ... with 5 girls ages 7-17, it is THE.SEASON.OF .LIFE.
Forgive me for saying this, but ...
CR@P!!!!!!

When I had five children, I never thought that my life would be so busy.   Maybe I was just plain dumb.   I'd like to think that I am actually a smart person.   It annoys me to hear "I told you so".

Guess what?

I can do it!
I am strong!
I may be half crazy, but ...
STILL, it's hard.
Just know that I am trying my best.
My girls are good kids.
I am doing my best.
I'm married to a great man.
Life is GOOD!

Bare with me as I sort through the crazies ...
'cause I am keepin' it real.
I'm not perfect.
BUT ... I love my family.

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Emily said…
I can relate!, Though we don't have quite as wide of an age range (4-10), and we don't have as much driving as you do, I can relate. Having 5 kids is crazy, but no way would I trade it! Our life--while insane at times--is also packed full of sweet moments and lots of love. Being a mom to 5 kids is awesome! =)
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