The best advice I received was from my mother when I was about to give birth to my son. Every day I remind myself of the importance of taking every moment to heart...never take anything for granted.
Dear Elizabeth,
"In the coming months and years you might find yourself saying such
things as: “We don’t eat Bella’s dog food.” “We don’t climb on the
dishwasher door.” “What’s in your mouth?” Through it all, learn to
laugh at yourself, your son and remember … it’s only for a short time.
You only have a limited amount of time that you will be able to guide
and influence Joshua’s every action. Raising little ones is exhausting
and busy and adventurous. But it is only for a season. So be present in
all the moments - in the hard ones, the funny ones and the joy-filled
times. Don’t wish them away. Instead, be thankful that you get to
experience each and every one of them.
God gives us these little people to enjoy, love, encourage, and teach. But keep in mind that our babies are, in reality, His. They are only on loan to us. He is entrusting you with one of His most precious creations."
Love, Mom
Thoughts
inspired from: “In its time -
He has made everything beautiful in its
time.” www.samuelmay.com.
Oh Dear!
ReplyDeleteThese are... awesome words. Really! What a lovely touch of your mom. I love it.
And I think we should keep these words for every single person we get a chance to be with in our lives. Either it's our baby, husband, parent, sibling, or friend. We shall be thankful for every minute, and experience with them.
Oh. this post brought me to tears. Love it!
Thanks for commenting! I agree this would be good advice for any loved person in our lives.
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