The kids and I were in the school building today.  I was working on a mural of the campus and, after they finished their school work, they were.... somewhere in the building.  It wasn't long before Kelsi (our oldest- 9) handed me a handmade "ticket".  She made one for me and one for Josie ( the youngest-2).  Mine read "Admission $1.00 to see the Fantastic Four."  I guess Josie didn't make the cut.  I was informed that the $1 would be split evenly between my oldest four children, a.k.a. The Fantastic Four.  When I was a kid, our shows were free.

Anyway, I gave my ticket (and promised to may my fee later) and was shown to my seat.  The curtain rippled while an array of giggles and other unidentifiable noises made their way from behind it.  Kelsi pulled the rope and the curtain slowly opened.  It only went a couple of feet before it caught on Libby's microphone stand (which held an invisible mic).  The problem was quickly remedied, and the oldest mouthed "One, two, three"  to her singers.  All four of them belted out "Awesome God", complete with sign language and motions, while Josie made her way to the stage.  She took her spot behind Libby (5), who looked like she had been waiting her whole life for this moment, and in front of Annie (4), who was just tall enough for me to see her dimpled smile over the podium that she had perched herself behind.  Gunner was seated with a guitar on his lap and a mic stand set just-so in front of him.  Meanwhile, Kelsi had slid back in after opening the curtain and never missed a beat. 

I just sat there as my eyes bounced from face to face (to face to face to face) in wonder of these five beautiful children.  They're all so unique and each so special to me-  I could hardly contain myself when I was quickly reminded that the Lord has one more for me.  It is hidden in a secret place for about 8 more months.  How can I stand the wait?  I love these little Robinsons so much... and to think there's going to be another.  My heart is so full of joy and contentment.  I certainly don't deserve this incredible feeling.

Posted by mrssulli

I miss those little faces! I hope I get to see a show soon :) Your refrigerator rule is simply hilarious - I can just picture them now! Your pregnancy story was such a mystery - it took me to day 5 to start figuring it out - I'm quick.

Posted by mrssulli

By the way - that was me - Jonatha...

Posted by Anonymous

Wow,! That certainly brings back memories of those days when we would pull the big sofa away from the wall and put on our Bible puppet shows.
You are most definitely blessed by all those beautiful babies. It must make you want to cry each time they do something like that. I know your story made me want to cry...Love, Bethie