Aggie Milliken, a recent college graduate, suddenly finds herself the guardian to her sister and brother-in-law's 8 children, from baby Ian to 12 year old Vannie. Ready or Not by Chautona Havig chronicles the beginning of Aggie's adventures as she deals with 8 grieving children, a large house, new friends, a controlling GIL (Grandma-in-law) and two nice guys. For an over 800 page book it was a quick and entertaining read. It is also a testament to everything all mother's go through. I know the term stay-at-home mom is often given a bad connotation but as anyone who has ever "stayed home" with the kids can tell you it is a lot of work and it is rewarding. I also love Aggie's constant use of hymns to help her when she is having a particularly bad day. I know that for myself having music on in the background especially Christian music or hymns always has a way of relaxing me and reminding me to rely on God. Also, as I am often told, when you sing once, you pray twice.
Have a good read, Nina
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