because we all need a wake up call sometimes

I care about this whole thing of being a mom.

 I care about giving it my best shot.

I care about being intentional.

I care about encouraging other moms.

But sometimes I fall down.

I stand in need of grace as a mom. Which really is ok.

But... Too often bad habits master me.

And that is really is not valid grace-filled parenting at all.

Sometimes I need a good wake up call.

Especially in the dead of winter when the kids are bouncing out of bed early and I sit-- numbly-- wishing that they would just sleep all day.

Today I'm sharing a few links that have encouraged me, challenged me, convicted me, caused me to break out in both hot and cold sweats simultaneously.

Be blessed!

Be encouraged!

Be challenged!

You are not alone!!!!


http://mrsgoresdiary.com/2014/01/09/i-signed-up-for-this/


http://sarahmae.com/2014/01/the-hidden-years/


http://renee-robinson.com/a-letter-to-my-sons-the-real-reason-i-say-no-to-electronics/

http://weseekjoy.blogspot.com/2013/12/babies-ruin-bodies.html

http://www.lifewithjack.com/2012/05/1st-corinthians-13-for-moms.html

http://thematernallens.blogspot.com/2010/01/they-are-listening.html

http://beautifulcaptivation.wordpress.com/2014/02/04/how-to-stand-when-life-feels-heavy/