Yes I did say 8! Many people have been surprised or even shocked when I say that I come from a family of 8 children. In today's world, yes this number can seem unrealistic and even crazy. But for me, it was my perfect world.
Yes the house is loud, to the point where something feels wrong when it is quiet. Yes the table, couches and cars are crowded and packed. And yes you may have to call "dibs" on anything that you want or hide it if you want it for yourself. But I would not have it any other way. Growing up in a large family shaped who I am today more than anything else.
On average, families today are having one to two children. We are seeing the trend of smaller families and this can be for a number of reasons, but to me it really puts my life and what I have into perspective. What if my parents had stopped at two, three or even four children?I wouldn't be here today. Although I know that not all families can be large, I am grateful for the sacrifice that my parents made to raise 8 children.
I believe more than anything that the decision to have children, when and how many is entirely up to a husband, wife and God. He knows all and therefore will tell us what His will is for us. I know that my childhood and family experience has instilled in me the desire to raise a large family because I want for my children what I was blessed to have.
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