A Beautiful Family Centered Moment

It was one of those moments when everything comes together. All is quiet and you feel compelled to look around you.

I was sitting at the sewing machine, Brian was seated at the computer working with his assistant (our 11mo daughter, Sophie) in his lap. They were chattering happily with each other. Andrew and Caroline were sitting in the living room quietly finishing what was left of their lessons. William was sitting at another computer making bears sing and spell, and Catherine sat opposite me completely engrossed in the chain of rosary beads she was making.

There was so much import in that moment. I treasure times like I experienced today. They remind me so poignantly why we chose this lifestyle - and I am filled with joy at the thought of bringing one more child into it.