Now, don't get me wrong, I LOVE having a clean and orderly house! I seem to function better when everything is put away in it's rightful place. Having a quiet house isn't so bad, either. It's refreshing to be able to get in touch with your inner thoughts. However, when my girls are home and we're all together as a family, there's just 'something' about their clutter and the noise they stir up that makes my heart swell.
Here's some of the sights I miss already...
Seeing Brittany's "beauty supplies" scattered all over the counter in our office bathroom.
Finding nearly everything but the kitchen sink stacked on the floor beside her bed.
Seeing her check her Facebook every morning she was here...with Bella snuggling behind her.
Abby pulling the covers up over her head because she wants to sleep in just a little while longer.
So, at this point, I'm not too sure that a neat and quiet house is all it's cracked up to be. I think I'd choose the messy bathroom, clothes strewn all over the bed, loud laughter (and even arguing!) ANY DAY! That, to me, makes a house a HOME!
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It really does take some getting use to! It's a mix of emotions being an empty nester for me. You're not quite there but it's an odd feeling for sure!
I agree : ) Mess with family trumps neat any day!
Oh...I feel exactly as you do! Abby went away for a few days and the house was so neat, but veeeery quiet. Now she is home and her bags are still by the front door!! Grrrr! But SO glad she is safe at home!
XO,
Jane
Yep - a dirty house is a house full of love! :)
When the grandbabies go back to Texas & I clean up, it always makes me so sad... I'd rather toys be EVERYWHERE...
I told my oldest yesterday that she could live with me forever, for that VERY reason! I love having some quiet time myself, also..but I love having them with me too!
Just think, you will have grandchildren in the near future..maybe! :)
I know exactly what you are talking about!
Carrie
I know exactly how you feel. Spring Break will be here soon enough!!!
I dont even know what to say... I just read all the way down to the tubing trip that turned into a ski resort potty break, and loved every minute of it. I am so reminded of why I always came here so much and why I have missed it. Your family is such a treat and I love seeing how you guys are doing and what you are up to next. Sorry for being such a stranger, but with Taylor in competitive dance ours lives have been turned upside down.
Glad your holidays were so much fun!
Love and Prayers,
Tim
Oh, sweetie, I'm sorry you're missing the girls and Chris. Sending you the warmest hugs I have to give and then some.
XO,
Sheila
Oh I understand what you are going though, though you still get to see one daughter every day (such a blessing.)
Our house is empty, even Noelle is gone now (afer raising her full time for two years.)
I was walking around my empty house last night at 3 in the morning. It is a new adjustment that is for sure.
Though rumor has it my son Tim's work will bring him back here to Seattle for a month-He will stay here and all his friends will be hanging here like old times.
:)
Keep your chin up sister!
Love,
Me
:)
So sweet, April-
I really don't like clutter, either, but I agree-the little things they leave around make things a home.
We have a stack of maybe twenty books on our ottoman right now-I am dying to put away...
But a little someone wants me to read, and read, and re-read the dinosaur books every spare minute...so they stay out.
:)
You could have been describing my house, my friend. Although I don't have the luxury of staying home these days, I still understand what you're talking about. It's just not the same when I get home from teaching. I miss my girl. I'm sure we'll be anxiously awaiting Spring Break!
Big hugs!! It's hard to go back to the quiet, "everydayness" after you've had your older kids back home! You don't exactly get used to it, but acceptance does come. It's so hard to be a Mom!!!!
Awww... bless your heart, Miss April! Hang in there~ Spring Break will be here before you know it!
It took me some time to get use to this also but just wait when the grandchildren come back and the house will be a lot more messier. I love it though!
There is something wonderful about the messes our kids make. :)
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