Kid has been talking a lot about his brother(s) and sister lately. He's been super affectionate with them as well, which is always such a pleasant action to witness. I'm not sure if they are talking a lot about family at school or if it's just the impending arrival of the twins, but he's had a lot of interesting comments/ insight regarding family.

Last week, he got very sad and asked me why families only have one child. I told him for a variety of reasons, some families choose to or God tells them to, others are trying or waiting for more children. He mentioned that he was so sad for them because they had no one to play with. I reminded him that parents are there and that single children have very full lives. I also tried to remind him that they get plenty of attention and don't have to share all of their toys all the time, the perks of being an only child! He still was so burdened for the single children out there... I found it fascinating that as much as I tried to introduce the positive aspects of being an only child, he seriously felt for them.

He's been talking big about being the oldest, proving how helpful and responsible he can be. He's definitely preparing for his role as a leader of a crew, and it's precious to watch.

Yesterday he told me, "Mommy, I am the luckiest boy in my class". I was curious to see where the confidence came from as he continued with "I am about to have the most brothers and sisters than anyone!"... It made me so grateful that he's embracing his role as a leader and a partner in this journey of becoming a large family. Let's hope he never loses the appreciation! Even when he's helping in the assembly line or missing out on certain sports or activities because of all the others in the family to consider.

I honestly could never imagine being in this position, of having a larger family, but seeing the gift that it is to each of our children, I am so happy for them and what they're about to experience.