Siblings

I just love watching my children interact with one another. I think it is one of my favorite things.

I am an only child. Most people's FAVORITE question when I say that is "Are you spoiled?" Well, first of all, who says, "Heck yeah -- I'm spoiled rotten!" I hate getting the spoiled question. And seriously, I was not what one would consider spoiled. I grew up with a single parent...money was tight. But I WAS spoiled with loving, caring people in my life. And while being an only child probably had its advantages, I don't think I ever really thought about it. I was always wishing I had siblings. I still do. (Although I have gained some through marriage and I love them all dearly!)

Now that I have three kids, I have to tell you how much I enjoy watching them interact and observing that sibling bond.

Sure they have their bad moments. Some days are FILLED with bad moments, and as an only child I have thought, "Wow is this normal? Why is he so mean to her? Why aren't they being nicer?" I know it's normal though. And their good moments do outweigh the bad.

I love when they stick up for one another. I love when they are comforting to each other. I love it when the older kids make the baby laugh and laugh (and vice versa!). I love it that out of the blue they sometimes feel the need to share a hug or kiss. I love when one of them gets a treat or small gift and their first thought is sharing with the other two. I love that my daughter misses my son when he's at school. I love that sometimes when the baby is not feeling well he can only be cheered up by his sister or brother. I absolutely LOVE that they have each other.

I hope this bond will only grow stronger. I can't expect them to always be the best of friends, but I do hope they realize how lucky they are and that they will always be there for one another. And I am so thankful that God has given me three amazing little blessings who are able to grow up together.

And as for my status as an only child -- anyone need a sister???

Enjoy the day!