- celebrating how unique each one of my kids are
- hearing the beat of their heart from the words that come out of their mouths
- watching their "style" develop as they express themselves through their outward appearance
- loving their interactions with Daddy
- knowing that the laundry that I fold and the dishes that I wash are for people that I dearly love
- having memories of vacations and special days that we will never forget
- hugs
- observing the differences between them and finding ways to encourage those differences
- teaching them about the Lord as they teach me even more about Him
- showing them God's love
- seeing their personalities through their schoolwork
- walking into their bedrooms and appreciating their individuality
- exploring life with my kids and Patrick through the adventures and vacations that we go on
I am a blessed mama. It is a calling that has been placed on my life. Only God can give me the wisdom, gentleness and creativity for the job. Some days are harder than others; some days have more tears and frustration than laughter. But when I look for the good over the bad, it is there and I recognize it as the absolute best thing in my life. I believe that God is using my role as mom to fulfill His purpose for my life, and that my children are the "good works" that God prepared in advance for me to do. (Ephesians 2:10)