Wednesday, February 25, 2009

What it is like having 3 kids – Part 3

This picture of my kids a little over a year ago says a thousand words about what it is like having 3 kids! My 13 thoughts about this picture:
  1. How sweet it is to see them loving on each other!
  2. This momma was too tired to care that the bigger kids had climbed in the pack n' play with the baby.
  3. This momma was just glad they were all quiet for a few seconds.
  4. The screaming began seconds after this picture was taken!
  5. This momma was having a good day because all 3 kids are actually dressed in something other than pajamas!
  6. A 3rd child does not get much alone time!
  7. You never get tired of pictures of the 3 of them together!
  8. This pack n' play was actually this poor 3rd child's only bed for a few months until his big sister was out of the real crib!
  9. A baby with a big sister gets tons of kisses! My daughter ran around saying, "Tiss him! Tiss him!" for the first several months after we brought her baby brother home.
  10. When your 3 little kids are no longer right under your feet and you head off to look for them, take along your camera because chances are what you find will be picture-worthy!
  11. The weight limit on the pack n' play must be 90+ pounds!
  12. All 3 kids contained = a beautiful thing!
  13. Lord, thank you for the blessing of them!
Check out Grace Alone for more Thankful Thursday, Thousand Words Thursday at Cheaper Than Therapy and Thursday {Thirteen} at Happy to be @ Home.

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30 comments:

  1. What a delightful post. I loved... loved the photo. God bless and have a wonderful TT.

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  2. What a dear, sweet picture. I'm sure you will always treasure that one.

    Happy Thankful Thursday!

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  3. What a nice post... My kids are 10, 7 and 5, but I remember the stage you are in, and it is hard, but rewarding... All stages are rewarding :) Blessings to you today...

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  4. how precious. such sweet photo. God bless.

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  5. I can relate to several of the cute points! I loved your humor and sweetness in sharing! May the momma be blessed with some energy for the rest of the week:) Blessings to you! Amanda:)

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  6. What a cute picture! I am sure it is quite chaotic in your house...mine is and I only have one child (for now!).

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  7. Children are such sweet gifts from God.

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  8. That is so sweet. Great picture!

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  9. What a beautiful photo. Its precious. Your children are so sweet and loving, and yes they are a blessing.

    Tess (life is beautiful)

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  10. I came to your blog from "Mama Said", I only read one post and I know I am going to love it. Your blog title speaks volumes to me. My baby is going to turn 4 in a couple weeks and the other 2 are 5 and 6. This morning I just felt like, well...chaos. Thanks for the reminder of just how blessed we are!

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  11. Precious picture and precious thoughts. I'll keep in mind that weight limit for the grands when they come to visit. "Tiss him! Tiss him!" How cute is that?! Babies are meant to be smothered in smooches. Happy Thankful Thursday to you!

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  12. What a great picture! I only have two but can totally relate!

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  13. I love it! If all 3 of my youngest would have been happy to get in the pack and play together, I would have gladly let them stay that way as long as they wanted!

    Great list.

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  14. what a sweet pic! almost... said almost makes me want another :)

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  15. that is so sweet! What a great pic!

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  16. What a great post, and meme!!! I'll have to try this one day!!

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  17. this is too cute and something to keep for always

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  18. Very sweet! The quiet moments sure are fleeting, aren't they?

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  19. I love this....I have three about the same ages as your in the picture - the sibling love is priceless. I've been using my pack and play as a changing table still. Why on earth haven't I really utilized it??? Your picture has really helped :) Mommy brain, sorry!

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  20. Your kids are a true blessing! I too can see they joy they bring. Happy TT.

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  21. Today I cared for an 8 month old, three two year olds, and two three year olds...The five older ones were playing quietly at I can't even remember now,LOL, while I rocked the wee one in my arms...I just sat there watching the older ones, rocking the younger one and just praising God for His grace was sufficient for me as just emotions of inadequacy, being overwhelmed were trying to take over....

    I LOVED your post, just beautiful and honest!!

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  22. Oh what a fun post! Adorable picture, too. I pray you have many "camera worthy" moments - and have the camera handy to catch them! :) Blessings.

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  23. Having three is such a blessing. I just realized I don't have many pictures of all three children together because when they're all three together my hands are usually full!

    What great a great picture!

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  24. That is just so sweet! You're right. You need to snag those moments when you can! It's such a great picture! :)

    Blessings and hugs, from one mom of three to another...

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  25. Boy, am I glad I'm not the only one who is happy when all of the kids are dressed in something other than pajamas! :) Sweet picture!

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