I remember years ago, when a friend was talking to me about her children and asking for advice on how to handle a situation – she made a profound comment, “Some mothers are ‘Mommy Mommys’ and some are not.” She was not – and she knew it. She knew that she would have to work a little harder because being a good Mommy was not going to be a fun natural happening. I admired that about her. When my friend made that statement, I knew instantly that I was a “Mommy Mommy.” I loved everything about Continue Reading
A Letter to My Adult Children (2nd attempt…the softer version)
Dear Son/Daughter, I remember the first day I held you. The image is engraved in my mind. You were absolutely beautiful. I was amazed that God would bless me with a child and actually trust ME to raise you. What was He thinking?! How could I be trusted to do a good job? The thought of what the future held and all the responsibility that laid in front of your father and me was overwhelming and yet exhilarating. Excitedly, I held you. Again, I was amazed at God. How could He create you to Continue Reading