17 is enough; actually, it's too much

A big family is one thing. A small town is another. I think Jim Bob and Michelle Duggars in Arkansas should retire from the baby business.

You see, they just had their 17th child.

Mom said, “We’d love to have more. We love the ruffles and lace.” Why not? the couple has “only” seven girls as compared to 10 boys. They range in age from 19 to 2, not counting the newest infant.

“We are just so grateful to God for another gift from Him,” said Daddy Duggar. That’s nice, Jim Bob. Why don’t you start counting (and enjoying) those blessings — and stop creating more of them?

By the way, don’t you just love that name, Jim Bob? And the name of the little burg they live in, Tontitown?

Their Web site proudly quotes Psalm 127:3, “Children are a heritage of the Lord.”

They are indeed, Jim Bob. You’ve had your share, and then some.

There are some warning signs to let you know when you have too many children. I think No. 17 is, “You are your own zip code.”