How did I get here?!

I remember sitting in the hospital after the birth of my third baby - third baby in three years, mind you - and the thought popping into my head: "God, how did I get here?" There was a sense of feeling like the years between 14 and 29 had run by in fast forward, and I suddenly woke up to find myself the proud owner of three children and a husband. How did I get to be almost 30 so fast? Where is this high-speed thrill ride taking me?

I should probably introduce myself to you. Overall, I'm your average midwestern mom. I drive a minivan, I clip coupons and shop the sales, my sister-in-law cuts my hair. I will never fit into a size 10 again (those of you who can, please enjoy it for me!), and I turned 30 last year. My hubby and I met in college, and married as soon as he graduated. We have four children. They were all born in the span of four and a half years. (That in and of itself should be enough to win me some kind of free vacation, right?!) I am a self-employed Interior Designer, and love being able to work out of my home. I love my friends. I look forward to church on Sundays. I struggle with so much! I could make a reeeaaallyyy long list of all the things I need to work on, but I'll save that for later!

Where is this high speed thrill ride taking me? I don't know. I know there will be hills - glorious mountain tops that take one's breath away. There will also be valleys, dark and lonely. If you choose to join me, I hope you find laughter, encouragement, camaraderie, and comfort. Most of all, I hope you will see the true purpose of this journey, and what we were all created for.