I love watching people grow (up). It is so cool to watch old friends, who were just as likely to get in trouble as I was, grow in to really awesome adults. People embracing the incredible gift of parenthood. People loving the Lord, and sharing it openly. People unafraid of admitting that they don't know everything, or that they need help. Facebook makes it possible to see little glimpses of their lives, and I cherish the opportunity to connect. I am sure many who knew me back in my days as a young woman, are surprised to see me sharing my faith. I like that. I am a perfect example of God's love, he doesn't love me because I am or ever was perfect, I was a rebellious, and wreck less kid. He protected me from bad judgement, over, and over. Evidently he has a plan for me that included living past 25. He has gifted me with a family, children who count on me, and the responsibility of raising men who know the Lord. That is a job I take seriously. As I continue to grow, I am a better resource for my sons. Being open to sharing my faith opens really cool doors of opportunity. In fact, just the other day I got in an awesome discussion about Joseph and his progression from the hated little brother to the trusted right hand to Pharaoh, who saved so many despite the many who would have seen him dead or jailed- with my pool man. He is an Armenian gentleman, and to my surprise, a Christian, saved a few years ago. He was thrilled to discuss this with me, and couldn't believe I was discussing it with my sons. He called the Bible his "Life Saver". He said he wished his parents had shared the Word with him as a child. I am not especially Bold about sharing the gospel, so it was cool for me to have this conversation outside of the safety of church, or a bible study. I loved hearing his testimony too. I am babbling, sorry. I just get excited when I see how God works in the lives of people. It never ceases to amaze me.
Summer is a wonderful time if you have the luxury to stay home with your kids and enjoy the slower pace. Lazy days, pool time, reading, outings, and spending time at the beach is good for the soul. If you are a parent who keeps your kids home with you vs. sending them to camp--- there is also a dark side to the lazy days of Summer. I know many Moms who say loud and proud, "I can't wait till Summer!! Oh yeah! Only 3 more weeks!!, Oh no! It's over already! We need a few more weeks!!" Are you one of those? Do you say it with a straight face? Ok, maybe you are sincere. Bully for you, you win the Mom medal. Those are NOT my people. I love my kids, don't get me wrong, I really do. I love reading time, and lego time, and swimming, and picnics at the beach-- as much as any other Mom. Let's get real for a minute though. We can't play down the other side of life with kids. The constant fighting The whining The meltdowns (yes one of our guys st...
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