Patience- what is it? Lately, I have none, and it shows. I have very little patience for anything or anybody, including M&M. So what's going on? Jamera is about to graduate, and boy am I overwhelmed. Tamia is growing as she puts it "bigger and taller." And I am growing tired and gray. I know, I know, I am only 39, but "Lawd," I feel like I'm much older. So what happens when Patience forsakes you (or should I say when you forsake Patience)? God sends you a message. My message came yesterday from Mia- my 2 1/2 year old.
Tamia- "Mommy are you mad at me?
Me- shocked "What did you say, Tamia?"
Tamia- again asks, "Are you mad at me, Mommy? but this time she adds, "Just be happy with me."
At that moment I thought to myself, what's wrong with you Lady? How could I not be happy? I have too much to be thankful for, and instead of worrying about the minutiae of life, I should be doing what God created me to do, Loving M&M. "Out of the mouths of babes..." I hear you Father, loud and clear. Today, I am thanking God for the much needed wake-up call.
I remember a moment like this... When there is a significant age gap in the rearing of our children, there will be challenges. You, at times, probably feel like you have done it already and now your starting all over. In testimony, our new little ones are an even greater blessing that propels us forward. My Iyanla has been the spiritual baby to get me through some really tough times. I remember even as she watched me cry, she never grew weary she simply wiped the tears. In my weakest moment, GOD would use her to share a children's bible story to remind me of his plans for my life and the obedience he expects. I guarantee you there will be more of these moments, but M&M will be your cheerleaders:)
ReplyDeleteThat's exactly what's happening! Everyday, I witness the power of love; therefore I have to change according to His plan.
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