What does it cost?

Today was one of those exhausting days where I just felt disconjointed all day. Nothing really happened, there was no upheaval, no incident, no specific reason that I ended the day feeling a little out of sorts. It was really just a day where having 5 kids was a trial. We took on the project of re-configuring the pantry. It is not possible to take on a minor project that involves paint, putty, and power tools, and adequately watch everyone. I thought we timed the painting of the pantry for when Hadley should nap, but it took longer than expected. Even with a marathon outdoor play session she managed to ruin one of her cutest outfits by getting the lid of a paint can. Even though the girls played at the neighbors for hours, they were a total force to be reckoned with when they got home. Even though Ian played really well by himself with the neighbor kids outside, he still needed fed. It is never just simple, and relaxing. There always seems to be someone who needs something RIGHT NOW.....

So, the progress. We have not needed to call in one of those teams that helps when you create a home disaster, but the pantry project continues. I think it will turn out really nice, but at the expense of a relaxing Saturday, at the expense of accomplishing anything else, and at the expense of a lot of Kevin's time and energy. Pictures to come tomorrow. I'd post some in progress, but Kevin hates to appear on the blog, and especially when it is in the connotation where I am highlighting the negatives.