... when it's time to give away all your baby clothes? Because seriously, are we ever going to want another baby? No!! I don't think so.
But, it's such a big decision. After the weekend we had, I would definitely say we were done. And I really have no desire for more kids. But I just can't do it.
But in fact, I think I am the worlds WORST mother. Now - you don't have to comment and tell me I'm not. I just feel I wasn't cut out for this motherhood thing. I feel bad for my kids daily! The honest truth is I have no patience. 0. zip. none. nada!
I try to work on it - really I do. One minute I am fine - then the next, my kids are fighting and I just can't take it. I'm not used to it!
Now, me and my sister fought plenty - but she was 6 years older then I was and so you can guess who won the battles!! I never had younger brothers or sisters so I'm just not used to the constant bickering.
Anyways, that's my thoughts for the night. I know I have a lot to work on as a mom and hopefully I can do that. But, is it time to get ride of the clothes? I'd sure have a lot more room in my garage!!
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Tiff I am struggling with the same decision. I think in your heart you will just "know" when you are done. I know, such a lame thing to say, but I kind of believe it. I decided to at least size down my load of clothes. I went through them and got rid of the ones I thought were not the cutest. Then still kept the ones I really liked.
How do you know when to start? That's my question. Here's my question... if you had another baby, would you use the same clothes or would you want to buy new ones? And for the record... you are WAY too hard on yourself. You are an amazing mother with very well adjusted children. I bought a funny book to give to my mom for Mother's Day about bad parenting. I should show it to you. It basically says that every mom out there feels the same way and every mom out there thinks they're the worst. You are a GREAt mother!! Don't forget that!!
Shelley, I like the downsizing option - then I guess you don't have to decide right away.
Kristina - the best quote I've heard in a long time: "having children is like getting a tattoo on your forehead. It's kindof permanent."
It is a big decision. But, I think you'll know as well! You will be a fantastic mother.
And, thanks for the advice. You know me too well.
Love ya both.
Mothering 50+ kids MUST be pretty rough... I would never try it :) Glad you did though!!!
All of the above comments are right on. Just think if you would have stopped at Bree. Myles has been so much fun and there may be just one more up there waiting to make your life even more interesting. Either way, I'm so grateful for the grandchildren you have given me. They are just kids and as you grow older, you will be so grateful for everyone you have. Life can be very lonely if not for family. I Know!!
Go through the stuff, pull out anything sentimental, and get rid of the rest. I have a box for each of my kids of clothes, shoes, etc. that I just couldn't bear to get rid of.
Hey Tiff,
I'd just keep any of them that you just love and toss out the rest! If you decide years down the road to have another, are you really gonna put the baby in ALL those clothes? One thing I've learned from having 4 kids is that they have way too many clothes! Too much laundry and too much stuff saved for just in case! We all only wear our favorites and we don't put babies in everything they own either so I'm with the philosophy that less is more!
I always thought that it was crazy talk when people would say that you'll just know when you're done and I've found that to be truer than true!
XOXO
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