I love sharing these pretty photos of us, but here's a reminder that life isn't always sunshine and smiles. Mothering this little girl kicked my butt today. There were a lot of tears shed on both our parts, trying to figure each other out. I'm praying for patience and wisdom and grace, so much grace for this stage. It's so hard to see her get so upset when she can't communicate what she wants, and it's so hard to know if I'm loving her well and doing enough to teach her to be a nice human. More than anything, I want to show her the love of Jesus and give her grace when she fails. I want to show her how to bridle her emotions, and use them wisely, instead of being ruled by them..the trouble is I still struggle with that! Thankful for God's grace to me when I fail constantly. Being her Mama is the hardest thing I've ever done, but I wouldn't change it for the world because God has used motherhood to show me so much about Himself and about my shortcomings, not the mention that I love her SO MUCH it hurts. Thankful His grace is sufficient, and that He gives wisdom generously (James 1:5, as my sweet Mother encouraged me with today as I cried on the phone to her. Love you, @cherihowellsmith). Thankful this sweet curly-headed babe is in bed and that tomorrow is a new day.
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Love these two so much 🤗💛 we went to the splash pad earlier today and I loved watching them run through the fountains together, giggling. Watching their relationship flourish is so sweet, even sweeter than I imagined it would be. Nate is such a kind, sweet Daddy who makes life so fun for Glory. He's so patient with her, which has been so convicting to me lately as she has become a busy, whiny toddler and I often struggle to be patient with her. Today on my YouTube Channel I'm sharing this awesome DIY kitchen step stool that Nate made and I stained and painted. It was so fun to work on together, and then to make the video about it. Link in bio if you'd like to check it out, or just search "DIY step stool" on YouTube 👉. #meediys #diys #diy #montessori #montessoriinspired #toddlermom #gloryanddaddy #adventureswithmee #adventureswithminimee #we3mees #meehome #home #habitandhome #oureverydaymoments #joyintheprocess #joyfulmamas #blessedmama #blessedwife #youtube #youtuber
Happy Monday! I'm learning that it's more important to be in the pictures now and share joyful memories with my Glory girl, than wait until I'm where I want to be weight-loss wise. I know Glory doesn't care about my weight, she just wants my attention and love. I also know it's important to take care of my body and lose the extra baby weight, I just don't want those extra pounds to steal my joy right now in the process. It's a daily struggle to think and speak rightly about my body, as well as fuel it to the glory of God, but I'm striving for that. Here's to a new week with fresh moments and opportunities to choose joy and focus on truth. . . . .
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