I have enjoyed reading all your posts. Family size is such a personal decision, isn't it? What's right for your family is just that: right for your family. We have 4 dd's and I home educate them. I wouldn't trade a moment with any of them. (OK, maybe when the near 11 yo rolls her eyes at me, but then I wouldn't want her far away
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I lost my DH last week. He died peacefully in his sleep. I can not tell you the immeasureable amount of comfort, joy, support I see in our dd's. Each one brings something unique to the table. They each have another hand to hold, someone to share a bed with, someone to ride with. Is it chaos, loud, full of emotion around here? You bet! And I thrive on it. God gave me these dd's to raise up, and to look to.
I've been nervous when pregnant, greiving at a miscarriage, wondering how we'd fit another toy, let alone a child, in the house. I smile at how you all share. Warms my heart. Good luck to those surprised parents...what a joy to behold! What mystery lies ahead, developing yet another wonderful being into so many possibilities. But then, I've always loved surprises!
Just felt moved to share these thoughts. I can't even remember what the OP was... No matter. Wishing you all a beautiful day!