For starters how cool is the CROP walk idea? I looked and there aren't any scheduled for my area, and I'm not a member of any Church, but somehow I need to find a way to do this.

As a stay at home mom, walking is my life saver. It's often the only time I can be "alone" and not doing anything during the day without feeling guilty. Whenever possible I walk both of the older boys to school, then the two little ones home in a double stroller. By this time, the babies are quiet and mellow and enjoying the ride, and I have some time alone with my thoughts.

I also love talking with the boys while we walk and seeing all the neat things they observe. It's great bonding!

Speaking of, time to get everyone up and ready to go get big brother from school. I will have to read your post again, it really spoke to me.