I have a sister whom I do not speak with.  I recently found out some things happened with her and her children will now be living with me and my family for an undetermined amount of time.  We know it will be at least one year.  I have a husband, a 10 year old brilliant little boy, a Boston terrier, a pastel ball python, a black bear hamster, a dwarf hamster, and a beta.  To this mix we are adding a 5 month old and a 5 year old, both girls.  Major changes will be occurring in our home now.
In order to prepare we are doing a little extra spot cleaning and cleaning out our drawers and closets in order to make more room.  Ultimately we are going to have to move to a larger place as soon as possible. 
Two interesting things happened in order for me to feel like this is a "meant to be" occurrence.  The first is my husband and I previously discussed the possibility of eventually having these two young girls.  The second thing is my husband just received a vasectomy on October 18.
This was not something we were wanting or planning for however, it is needed.  We will be offering stability and love at a very needed time.  Everything happens for a reason and I am thankful to God we are able to accommodate this.