Every life is a story full of chapters. One of my favorite chapters is
titled, "Motherhood." Of all the words I've written, the ones I hope
will have the most lasting impact are the ones inscribed on my
children's hearts. Because let's face it--a mother's words carry power,
and prayerfully, truth that will bathe and direct a child's mind and
heart all the days of his life. One such saying I carry around from my
mother is, "Always leave a room better than you found it." I think of
that bit of maternal wisdom whenever I'm working in the church kitchen
or visiting someone. In addition to cleaning up my messes, I sometimes
add a special touch, like a flower or a note, to lift the person's
spirits.
Are you a mother? A grandmother? What words can you leave your child/grandchild that will reap results for eternity? My counselor husband often jokes that parents can nag their children from the grave. It's true! What you say is that powerful and that memorable. Your words will outlive you. So let's make our words godly ones that build up our children and help write their life stories.
Are you a mother? A grandmother? What words can you leave your child/grandchild that will reap results for eternity? My counselor husband often jokes that parents can nag their children from the grave. It's true! What you say is that powerful and that memorable. Your words will outlive you. So let's make our words godly ones that build up our children and help write their life stories.
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