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So.... I was thinking last night...
Here I sit in a quiet house. It was just after midnight. Alex and Isaac had gone to bed because we simply told them to. They sleep through the night (except for the rare nightmare that might disrupt Isaac's unconscious slumber). They wake in the morning and get themselves dressed. They can even make themselves breakfast, clean their own rooms, etc. In fact, Alex made a Key Lime Pie last night that was to die for... Smooth sailing...
But the reality of it all is much different.
The final countdown has begun.
On Sunday, we walked to church (about a mile) trying to induce Jenny. At the very latest she will have these babies next Tuesday, but they could come any time now. So what will it be like when they arrive? Isaac is six! He is a little guy now. Alex is all grown up as well! Will we remember how to do it all? One baby is tough enough, but two? What will it be like?
When contemplating the whole scenario it is really quite daunting. Our kids are older and we could be on the home stretch. But in a few short hours, this will all change. No more sleeping through the night. Can I really change a diaper again? How will we juggle four schedules? How will we take care of two babies at the same time? And that says nothing of breast-feeding! (I will try and sneak some pics of that sight)
Anyway... I am not sure what this post is really about... except to say that the twins are coming. One week of sanity (if you can call it that) is all we have left. Are we nervous? Of course! Are we prepared? No way! Will our marriage survive and our family stay in tact? Hope so. Are we ready.....?
Bring it on.
I bet I know why Issac has nightmares.....
Besides the point.
This is so exciting! It will be life changing for sure. Let me know what I can do to help out. I have no problem holding babies and giving them back to their parents when I have had my fill :)
I know nothing of having twins, only of being a twin, my mom did with a two year old and twins, and we all survived. And knowing you and Jenny, I'm sure it will be smooth sailing!
at least the boys are old enough to help, instead of having toddlers with 2 babies... good luck I know you can survive this task
You guys will be great! Just remember during those first few months--this too shall pass and before you know it they will be getting a video made for their first birthdays!
Oh and Jenny, I think you look great--It is all belly and 37 pounds is really good. Matt was right--he is lucky to have his hot wife:) Oh and I think it is great that you take all of those comments in stride!!
Can't wait to see the angels!
YES!