Yes, we found someone that will stay in contact with us. Just lives a town away and they have a wonderful family. He will be very loved!

Thanks Nancy, good news in we found him a wonderful home through friends of a friend. Facebook and word of mouth did it's magic. It's the best situation, even though we are sad I am content knowing he is in a good home.

Thanks Grace! Glad to hear we can do it, sometimes I wonder if my girls will just be too overwhelmed. I've been trying babysteps and making them a part of the process, so they don't look in their closets and wonder where everything went.

Thanks Lori! Sometimes it's easier said then done, but feeling ready is one of my biggest obstacles. I am sure I'll post a follow up in a month or so. It's nice to take on a different perspective about having stuff and more importantly acquiring stuff. I can actually leave Target now with out an extra bag of unwanted stuff!

Honestly the 3 kids under 18 months is enough to give you a pass on any sense of humor you see fit to get you through these next few years, in my humble opinion.

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Hi Aviva, I hope my question didn't come off in the wrong way. The reason why I asked was because a private school seems like it would meet and nourish your needs completely as family, inclusive of very important holidays and a sensitivity that public education will always struggle to meet. There are so many fine lines teachers/admins walk and a Christian centered viewpoint is typically at the top of that list. I am glad to hear you are happy with their education, we have just transitioned to a new school that seems to fit our family much more inclusively, which makes me thrilled. I look forward to meeting you soon (hopefully!). -D

my hubby was reading this over my shoulder and you gave him a good laugh. If Bill takes your advice on the room cleaning, can you please make me a DVR of the episode, I'm all in favor.

I was jealous of Kate having a birthday cake made for her by Duff (Ace of Cakes). I'm a fan of the show, but not sure I feel about their lives being tabloid fodder!

It's amazing how different each child is, with the same upbringing, guidance, and genetics! I hope you're doing better picking a name for number two then we did, it was very hard for us!

Were the winners announced?

I do see what you see, btw, I think we need to get together when you get back into town..it's been too long!

I never had soda growing up, we were an ice tea family and to be quite honest I never developed a taste for it. I allow my girls sweets in moderation, but only after they've given their meal a good effort (not a clean plate!).

I've let go of all the judgements I made about this "mother". We glorify Jon and Kate on TV, why not add this one to the list. And I will refrain from sharing all of my opinions about having so many children with a world full of disappearing resources!