Stepping into the hotel lobby, I took a deep breath and exhaled. After traveling all day I was more than ready to be done with crowds of strangers and airline demands. Happily I stood with the luggage a few steps from the front desk while Dennis checked us into our hotel.
My parenting formula was: Homeschool + Church + Prayer = Perfect Family. It didn't work because I forgot to include My Sin + Kids' Sin + My Free Will + Kids' Free Will. Parenting forced me to my knees at the foot of the cross. This is where He wants me. Always.
Last night was tough for me, questioning whether I am made the right choices for my son while he was small. I couldn’t say my questions out loud because I wanted my faith to prevail. Your stories about your children makes me more hopeful, inspiring me to carry on.
My parenting formula was: Homeschool + Church + Prayer = Perfect Family. It didn't work because I forgot to include My Sin + Kids' Sin + My Free Will + Kids' Free Will. Parenting forced me to my knees at the foot of the cross. This is where He wants me. Always.
Forced you to your knees
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Yes I know what you mean. Me too.
Hugs!
Tessa thanks for sharing your insight with us! I too have had similar formulas as you, especially when my kids were younger. That is a good reminder!
Last night was tough for me, questioning whether I am made the right choices for my son while he was small. I couldn’t say my questions out loud because I wanted my faith to prevail. Your stories about your children makes me more hopeful, inspiring me to carry on.
We all question ourselves and wonder if we are doing a good job as moms, but the fact that you are wondering probably means you are.