Our children need so much from us. They need us to feed them, dress them, play with them, and teach them. Some days I get so busy with the discipline and training that I forget grace. “Some days I get so busy with the discipline and training that I forget grace.” Sometimes for me:It is easy to correct, discipline, huff and puff, and sigh. It’s hard to love, direct, guide, listen, stay calm, and give grace. …
It’s Monday – Honest Moments: I am lonely. I wake up to little feet bounding down the stairs. As I make my way down to the kitchen, I am greeted by cheerful, but demanding voices. I’m hungry, I’m thirsty. Can we have mac n cheese to eat? I pour my coffee, rub my back and begin my day. Honest moments: I am lonely. It is the simple conversation that dominates my day. Hey Mommy, did you know…. Mommy, can I…
In today’s Honest Moments – Jesus is Better than Coffee, I’m talking about exhaustion in motherhood. I was not a coffee drinker until I had my second son. Being up with a newborn was one thing. It was adding a two-year-old to the mix that complicated my sleep patterns. I’ve heard the “experts” say that for every hour of sleep you lose, you have to sleep two hours to make it up. I’m about six years behind. Some days…
I am joining Keri from Living in this Season for a special series. Keri is a stay-at-home mom with three little ones. She has two little boys and a brand new baby girl! She writes about motherhood, fun activities, recipes, and DIY projects! Every Monday we are going to be sharing. Today we are sharing honest moments about messes. Instagram, Pinterest, and Facebook would say that life is perfect. Everyone is always smiling. The house is neatly decorated. Families never…