A more laid-back attitude has meant less pressure and more fun. If you had told me when we “started thinking about trying” that it would strengthen our bond this much, I wouldn’t have believed it. But just like the love we have for our kids, I guess it’s one of those things you need to experience to believe. I’m just so grateful we did it.

I’ve noticed something about myself that has always been there and I just didn’t make the connection: I get grumpy…