Today, I am moving home. I haven't lived at home in over two years, and it's not something I was especially hoping to do again. I'm going to miss my independence and the feeling of owning my own space. However, it's simply necessary because of money. Living at home didn't work through all my teenage years, which was filled with rather dramatic teenage angst and almost constant lock down.
However, I think this time will be different, because I am different. Even though I'm not looking forward to moving home, my brothers are really excited. The other day, I reminded my brother Braden that I will be moving home for the summer. His response? "I know, and it's going to be so much fun!" I have since begun to look at moving home in a different light. I have 5 little brothers, and they're growing up way too fast. Some of them don't even remember my ever living at home. This is probably the last chance I will have to spend this much time with them, and that time is valuable.
I guess it's really about perspective. I just hope I am granted lots of grace and patience this summer, because with my large family, I will need it!
Love,
Katy