"Mama, watch this."

Hey y’all! Happy post day!

For several months now, we have been in the “mama watch this” phase with Lo and Lane. Sometimes, their “watch this” comes at a time when I am doing something I want to do. Or, trying to catch moment or two to myself. At times, those, “mama watch this” moments, seem like an inconvenience, but they need me during those times. Being a parent comes with so many unexpected things but I wouldn’t change it for anything. My Lo and Lane need my attention and need my encouragement. They need my hugs, cheers, prayers, love, comfort and presence.

Some times, they just need my attention to show me something. That something maybe that they can jump an inch higher than two weeks prior, their progress in building their Lego creations, how well they can kick a ball, put a puzzle together, write their name, say their ABC’s, count one number higher, how well they can read a book and more. I could easily blow them off and not pay attention, but I’m not their babysitter, I’m their mom.

Honestly, this was not something that I planned on writing. It was on my heart. If 2020 taught us nothing else, the time with our families is crucial. We truly are our children’s first teachers, guides, counselors and leaders. Our children need our attention and guidance before someone else gives it to them. Before someone tries to show them their worth and tell them who they are. The attention that someone else may give them may not be the best. It may not align with your standards and principals. The foundation we set our children on is so important and sets the tone for their lives.

Being a mom is truly a joy. An absolute joy. Like any mother would say about their children, my children are just amazing. And as amazing as they are to me, I want to be that way for them.

Direct your children onto the right path, and when they are older, they will not leave it.- Proverbs 22:6 (NLT)

Children are a gift from the Lord; they are a reward from him. - Psalm 127:3 (NLT)

The Lord is like a father to his children, tender and compassionate to those who fear him. - Psalm 103: 13 (NLT)

Dear Lord,

Thank you for children. Thank you for their innocence. Thank you for entrusting us to raise them into the people that You have called them to be. Thank You for giving them the ability to teach us, parents and other adults, some much needed lessons. Help us to be there for them and to be all that they need us to be. This responsibility isn’t easy, but it’s one I’m thankful for. And its one I know that you have and will prepare me for. Thank You, Father. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.