I first saw this over at Justin Taylor‘s blog with The Gospel Coalition. It is a brief overview of the Bible. Very cool.
The Story of Everything
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Thankful
This week marks one of my favorite days of the year. We LOVE Thanksgiving in our house. This year I have so much to be thankful for.
These three are definitely at the top of my list…
BUT he tops them all!
HAPPY THANKSGIVING WEEK!!
Balance Beam
Great video…can’t help but ask myself how I will be judged based on my routine.
Have a blessed day!
Swagger Wagon
The Many Responsibilities of Mommy
So far this today I have served my kids as a cook, maid, storyteller, janitor, stylist, doctor, wet nurse and disciplinarian. Some of those things I love and some…not so much.
I love being able to watch my kids make new discoveries, problem solve, play together, roll on the ground with laughter and be creative. I love that when they are hurt or sad they come running for me to comfort them. I love when my baby falls asleep in my arms. I love that my older two pretend to be asleep in the car so I have to carry them inside, and I love teaching them about Jesus!
Although I love my “job,” some days are just really tough. Ever since #3 was born I have found it incredibly difficult to find the energy to keep up with the kids. Even after a cup (or two) of coffee I still struggle to wake up, which means my patience is not always the best.
A while ago I put this on my fridge:
“A man of quick temper acts foolishly…whoever is slow to anger has great understanding.” Proverbs 14:17a, 29a
Coined by a family friend, instead of simply reacting I need to reflect and respond. That is not always an easy thing to do – and I have found myself biting my tongue when I get frustrated with my kids on more than one occasion. When I have a slower response, it seems to dissolve the issues much more quickly and the kids have a much better response.
I will never perfect this mommy thing, but I am constantly working on being better than yesterday.
Blessings,
