I dreamed of being a wife and mother for years. I prayed, waited, and silently grieved what I did not have. It was a long journey of patience and trust, but when God blessed me with a man, he filled my house with them. Over a decade later and a house of boys, I can say that I’m beyond grateful.
Being a parent is hard work, but it’s the best job I could have asked for. It’s fun. It’s wild. It’s scary. Owning this title requires patience and selflessness, but in return gives more love than I could have imagined.
Every day is a gift to be cherished. To think that God gave us the privilege of raising and training little humans – what a responsibility. I pray all the time that God will guide us in this delicate task.
Whatever your story, remember that God helps, redeems, teaches and directs us as we lead our families. Laugh often, have fun and in my own mother’s words, “Make memories.”
Here are some of ours…