Mass Destruction

It's funny how we unconsciously look down at others, and judge them for the flaws they display which in turn makes us feel better about the flaws that we might have. Many times, I have found myself thinking, "wow, I can't believe that her house is so messy when she is home all day and only has two kids." UNTIL, I got a kid of my very own and now I never, ever find myself thinking that anymore. A few days ago, I had the house totally clean, went to change a load of laundry to the dryer and put another one in the wash. Seriously, like a three minute job. While I was gone for those three minutes, Maddie had destroyed the living room. All I could do is laugh and think to myself, "wow, my house is a disaster and I only have ONE kid." Kids will be kids and there is so much humor and fun in that. I have learned that I can't be anal about my house being spotless, or wanting my bedding and vacuum lines perfectly straight, or trying to keep Maddie in unstained shirts and untangled hair, because if I do, life would be so boring and Maddie would never get to be a kid! She is so much fun and keeps me laughing constantly. Her personality is the cutest thing in the world and we just love the heck out of her.