Believe it or not, after 24 years of being a mother I still haven’t arrived! Motherhood is far more of an on-going, ever-changing job, than I could’ve imagined. Mostly because these children keep changing.
I loved the baby & early years when it was all about watching, feeding and chasing. My husband and I just tried our best to keep them alive. We thought EVERYTHING they did was amazing and funny. Definitely a physically exhausting season, but so rewarding.
Then came unbelievable growth – complete with hormones and attitudes! Parenting the adolescent years was emotionally taxing. We aimed daily to guide, pray with and discipline our crew as necessary… and it always seemed necessary. The stakes were high and we took the challenge seriously.
Now we’ve entered their young adult years -which is proving to be a joy and a spiritual rollercoaster. We listen and advise as asked, always praying for them. They are such fun-loving people… who bring in more people, that fill up our house. They each have their own ideas, hopes, and dreams. Sometimes listening can be scary, even heartbreaking when they severely evaluate our beliefs. But oh the thrill when they chose God for themselves!
This parenting journey through all its peeks and deep valleys has been THE BEST JOB EVER! I wouldn’t trade one moment (although, Im thankful I don’t have to relive some of them). I love being a mom. I’ve loved the personal growth, the many opportunities to fall on my knees and how the whole thing has brought my husband and I closer. We both love that there’s more ahead- as we transition into their friends and mentors.
Thank You God for making me a mom. Thank you for my husband to do all this with! Thank you for these precious kids – gifts from You. And thank You for continuing to make me into the mom You want me to be.
ForGlorySake! –Anna
