They Are Coming Back!!!

Next week Joel’s parents come back and we can’t wait!  Four months without them makes us appreciate them even more.  I know some think we are crazy, but we LOVE living together with them.  This living set up is not for all, but through living together, I have come to appreciate the community living that has gotten lost some in our culture.

Here are some of the my favorite things about living with my In Laws:

• My kids are getting fed and raised not just by us, but also by the years of wisdom and experience.
• They provide emotional support and wisdom as we fumble through ministry.
• We have someone close by to listen whenever we have a decision to make.
• All the kitchen tasks can be divided by two people so I only have to think about what we are going to eat half the days of the week.
• The house doesn’t fall apart when Joel is away as Dad can fix just about anything.
• It is reminder that life is about compromise and that we can’t just make decisions with out considering who else might be affected.
• Sometimes Joel and I can travel together without worry about the impact on our kids.
• Way more cookies and dessert options are around.
• There are more game players around to make up a good game night.
• I have double the amount of jewelry to pick from and someone in house who know how to make new jewelry.
• I have a partner to shop for fabric and new clothing with.
• Family exercising session are way more entertaining and lively.
• There is a lot more laughter around the house.