So the days have passed quickly since leaving KCMO last Wednesday. Even with the best intentions to post updates on a blog, co-managing seven children under the age of three means that there is no time to do that. However, yesterday Courtney posted a Facebook status update that inspired us to add to it. I would say that the following sums it up, but there is so much more...so very much more. But here is a start:
Courtney Eiterich:
I have learned a few life lessons this week.
1) sextuplets is not an option
2) potty training should be left to professionals
3) must have a "respite" even on vacation. (for you TV)
4) why is it called free time? You have to pay a sitter.
5) sometimes time is measured in naps
6) at 3, life is good.
7) makes you appreciate 9 (miss you aydan)
Sonya Hooper:
8) Meltdowns will occur. Whether it you or the children depends upon the time of day and whether snacks are involved.
9) After 6 days your methods of handling conflict may very well change. For example, when a child runs to you and says, "so and so hit me", on day one you might say, "was it an accident" or "did you tell him/her that that was not nice". By day 6 you find yourself saying "So."
10) Never leave home without a cel phone, band-aids, extra underwear, the potette and plenty of snacks
Bethany Pedigo:
11) Never, ever feed the geese (they're mean)
12) Singing is a GREAT way to get seven children under the age of 4 to sit still... for about 3 seconds.
13) when it comes to pooping in the potty, a 17 month old girl can show up any 3 year old boy out there - go Audrey go!
Sonya Hooper:
14) It is possible to bathe 7 children in ten minutes if Bethany does it and we tag team drying and dressing.
15) You can't have too many "Mater" trucks.
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