I was recently listening to an audio sermon series by Douglas Wilson, Loving Little Ones, which has been so wonderful and life giving to the task of raising kids. During one of his sermons he talks about taking great joy in your children and acknowledging that they are the cutest and sweetest little kids in your life. Often I find myself, as Christian parents, trying to 'control' our kids and have them on their best behavior 24/7. But I'm learning to take a step back and relish in the simple beauty and joy of the good gifts our Father has given us in our kids. In his series Wilson gives a great balance of structure, allowing kids to be kids, training up our children and understanding their position in the Lord, which is so stinkin' refreshing it's nuts!
So, in that spirit here are the cutest and biggest blessing in our lives doing their thing.
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Oh Christi they are the most beautiful little ones!! You cannot know what a blessing it is for us to have you as their mother. We anxiously look forward to our visit!... Jan
So very true, Christi! I find myself doing the same thing: wanting to control my children and how they act. Thank you for the reminder of what precious blessings they are!!
AWESOME caption on the "Evie w/ guitar" picture!
Hey--thanks, Christi: I'd like to check out the link you gave on the parenting series when I get some time. Sounds like something I would appreciate! :0)
How special to be loved and respected by your mother-in-law. A good reminder to be gracious receivers of those who will someday marry our children. Thanks for encouraging all of us to love our children. Buttercream
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