Surprises like that can be so much fun, but they definitely add to that "peculiar" high-energy feeling! There is that hit of adrenaline from the secret, followed by the anticipation of waiting to see the kids' faces when they finally notice him.
Since your kids are 14, 9, and 7, I can imagine the different reactions you’ll get—from the youngest’s pure excitement to the older ones maybe acting "cool" but secretly loving it.
It's a beautiful way to bring a little extra life and color (maybe even a bit of pink?) into the house. Bringing home a new pet is a "fresh start" move, and it’s okay if that feels a little overwhelming alongside the joy.
Have they seen him yet, or are you waiting for a specific moment to reveal the surprise?
That's wonderful! I bet their reactions were the highlight of the day. With a 7 and 9-year-old in the house, I can only imagine the excitement (and probably a lot of questions about what to name him!).
It’s a big deal for a mom to pull off a surprise like that. Since you’re feeling a little "odd" or "peculiar," try to lean into the kids' energy for a bit. Seeing it through their eyes—without all the baggage of the past—might help ease that lingering heavy feeling from your previous experience. To them, this is just a happy new beginning.
Did they agree on a name for him right away, or is there a big debate going on?
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