MOPS

Just a quick post while I have 3 sleeping babies... a rare occurrence. Today I tried MOPS for the first time. Last year I had to work so our family could have health insurance but this year Tim is supporting me staying home with our children so I am able to try MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers). The group for our area meets at a church only about 7 minutes from our house so I loaded up the crew and off we went. I originally planned to let Sofia play with the group of kids but keep the boys with me. When I arrived though I felt very comfortable with all of the women there and the adult to child ratio so I left the boys in the same room as Sofia. It was amazing to have time to meet and connect with women in our new town. I was so encouraged spiritually. Initially it was a little hard to relax because I was worried about the boys. I was put in a small group that has two other twin moms. They both immediately asked me if I had help and were shocked to find out I don't. Tim and I just can't afford hired help and although things are crazy I feel like I am doing well so far. Tim and I are still trying out different churches in town so it was nice to feel a sense of community with these women. Two of them live fairly close to me so I'm looking forward to having new adult friends. When I went to pick up the boys they were both being held and Sofia was sitting in someone's lap being read to, she was actually sad to leave. I feel so blessed to have found a group like this. We only meet twice a month but if the rest of the meetings are anything like today I know these meetings will give me the encouragement and support I need as I go through this incredible journey of 3 kids under the age of 2 this year. I encourage all moms to try out their local MOPS group.