I was looking back on some older photos…
I think this is one of my favorite pictures. It just captures a season in my life so well, without words. I love photos that do that!
There are five kids sleeping in my bed in this shot: Afton, A.J., Aislynn, Andrew, and Aria.
Where was I supposed to sleep?
Normally when my bed looks like this, I scoot into any corner of the bed that I can fit into, curl up into a ball, and go to sleep. Even when my bed is this crowded, I sleep well. I sleep well just knowing that my children are there, right next to me. But there are times when I just can’t find a big enough spot on that bed, and so I might go into another room and find an empty bed to sleep in. Or I might grab a pillow and just sleep on the couch.
What I rarely ever do is take a sleeping body OFF my bed and make him or her go into their own bed. I guess I’m a sucker that way because I know that my kids feel that our bed is the coziest and most “safest” bed in the house, meaning that they feel the most secure there. So to move them…well, that’s hard for me. I’d rather they just stay in my bed, feeling cozy and secure. Even if it means I’m crowded, or sometimes even pushed out.
There were six in the bed and the little one said “roll over, roll over…”
(sorry, but this song comes to mind as I’m writing this!)
Anyway, the way I see it is this: they are only young once! This, too, shall pass. This season in my life will be gone before I know it. Soon enough I will have the bed to myself again (well, not counting the hubs, of course! He’ll be there, too, God willing!) But the children…they grow up, they learn to love their own space in their own beds, and eventually they move out. So right now, these days, I say let my bed be crowded. A crowded bed is a happy bed. That’s my motto, anyway 
New follower from Hop Aboard Tues. Train hop. What a great photo and a lovely family.
you are a way nicer mommy than me. We all cuddle on the couch. Mommy and Daddys room has always been that. I love your picture. We have tons on the couch like this! I always admire those of you who let your kids in the bed.
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It’s so nice to “meet” someone else with a large family
I’m expecting #8 in November.
Wow!! Gorgeous family! My kids love my bed too, but I only have two so it’s easy to squish in!
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What an absolutely adorable photo! I have a large famly too… 5 kids and 2 grandkids, and it’s such a blessing! I am right there with you in this post.. LOL I worry all the time.. even about my 22 year old that just moved out a few months ago. Sigh!
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You crack me up! thanks for stopping by, and it’s never too late to start!! If you need an accountability partner, I’d be happy to help out. Anyway, if it makes you feel any better, I ate a whole creme brulee (probably for 2 maybe even 3 servings) today. You can say, I totally fell off the wagon, but I can’t say no to Creme Brulee, it’s my all time favorite dessert!!!!
Hope
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What a story! Thanks for following me. I am following you back.
Love this! I miss the times of my kiddos snuggling up in my bed with us! Great memories!
I’m a new follower from the Sunday Hop! I’d love for you to come say hi sometime!!
~Kortney~
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This is the perfect picture of family bliss. Love it!
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Hey there! Love your site! I’m following you from the blog hop. When you get a moment follow me back at http://www.lifesgristle.blogspot.com, I’s really appreciate it!
Marcy
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Amber
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I saw your sidebar where you gave tribute to your 2 lovely little angels you lost. I lost my beautiful son Brayden at 23 weeks and 3 days. He would be 3 years old this coming friday March 26, 2011.
They are always in our heart for sure!
Tawna
Wow that is awesome! There is definitley no lack of love in your household!
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Hi, I hopped in here from Sundays Social hop. Looking forward to following your blog. You have a lovely family
I am following you on google connect from “Boost My Blog Friday”! Cute blog;-)
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Jeanette Huston
Mine slept with me until they were six or so then moved on. But I only had three…that hardly takes up any room! I’m a new GFC follower from Say Hi Sunday! http://www.grandmasguidetolife.blogspot.com
What a lovely blog and gorgeous family! Your bed looks like mine, with a few more people in it.
Hello from one large family momma to another so happy you found me! I truly enjoyed your comment on my blog and your stories of child birth! I too enjoy childbirth in its natural setting! Such a happy, full & intimate time.
I’m so happy to share the beauty of a lotus birth (un-severed umbilical cord)! It was, hands-down my best birth ever, with the healthiest, happiest child (and they were all healthy/happy). I only wish I had done it for every child. The health benefits of a lotus birth is just amazing and even more amazing that isn’t commonplace although OBGYNs are aware of the benefits of leaving the cord attached. I could go one forever, so it’s a good thing we’re following one another, I will definitely be back!
By the way, the pregnant photo of you and hubby…sigh…so romantic!