Only 8 days until our family begins a new adventure of welcoming our 6th child into our family! We are definitely experiencing a mix of emotions; excitement, worry, even a little fear! When I was young, I always knew that I wanted to have a big family - I felt so alone with just 1 brother, and my parents both working full-time. Sometimes now though, when it is so loud and everything is out of control, I wonder how we can add more?! It's funny that I love it though, too. A big family is fun, and overwhelming, full of love, and exasperating, all at once. And each child is a miracle. It truly makes me wonder when each child arrives - I'm still so amazed that there actually was a baby inside of me - a new life is created - and as soon as I hold them, I can't remember or imagine my life without them. Not to say that this pregnancy has been easy - it has been the most challenging and trying. Ready or not, we soon begin our new adventure!