Doing Laundry Naked

First, let me assure you that I do all my laundry fully clothed. Sorry for any misunderstandings. I can, however, see the advantage of doing laundry naked. How else can I ever be fully caught up? I have done 10 loads of laundry in the past 2 days and there are at least another 3 loads waiting for me, more if I change all the sheets. A family of seven is wearing two loads of clothes at all times. If the mittens and coats get muddy, I'm in for another 3 loads. Aside from the endless dirty dishes, laundry is the most frustrating part of being a stay-at-home mom. It is also the primary reason that I have chosen the hobbies that I enjoy. There is a sense of satisfaction in completing a sewing project or scrapbook page that doing laundry or dishes cannot provide. It is something that is completed and will not be undone. So, until we decide to wear disposable clothes, I am in the endless cycle of wash, dry, fold, repeat.

And dog makes eight!

So what is the definition of insanity? Five kids ...and a Dog! Namely, a puppy. Toby Mac, our adorable little Schnoodle, is both a menace to society and a blessing to our home. What were we thinking? I already have five children, ages 11, 9, 5, 3, and 8 months. Why add a puppy to the mix? House breaking has been a challenge, as has his seemingly insatiable desire to chew paper. But watching him get excited about playing with one of the boys, and that child smiling, makes it worth while. I fully believe that God made both babies and puppies cute so that we wouldn't give up on them when they are naughty. Thank God for cute baby smiles and wagging puppy tails. They both brighten our day.