Motherhood
Being a mother has challenged & changed me in ways nothing else in my life ever has or even could. Lessons that I've sidestepped in the past now refused to be ignored, as I'm faced with these young spirits that learn from everything I am. Where before there was a lack of motivation for me to change my ways, I now feel an overabundance.
I'm constantly worried about what I'm unknowingly teaching them and the mighty power that lies in my hands to influence - it's a heady thing, this awareness. It only increases my amazement at the incredible little ones that have been entrusted to our family - surely these precious children with such stellar potential would be better served in someone else's care!
Yet here they are, with us & with me as their Mommy-Dearest. I never want to let them down, and I definitely only want to lead them down the right path in life. My role as a mother is without question the most important part of me, and it colors all my thoughts and actions - and I'm FAR better for it. Each day I'm supremely grateful for the trust that my Heavenly Father has shown to allow me this mantle; I hope to eventually show Him that His trust is well-founded.
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Like. No, LOVE. :)
Ok, you just made me cry. Between this post and today's post about Emma's enthusiasm, I have decided to nominate you as our National Poet Laureate. Really, really, beautiful, Kristy, and especially so because I know you meant every word.
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