wise words.

I am reading this book with a few sweet mamas this summer. It is speaking to the depths of my  soul... hard. I have been so encouraged by Sarah Mae's advice to slow down and figure out our children... especially on the days when we are left feeling discouraged and frustrated.

 

 She writes...

 

Love them. Hug them, kiss them, cuddle with them, spend more time rubbing their heads and holding their hands. Give yourself to them without rush. Pray with them, and let them twirl your hair in their little fingers. Look them in the eye when you talk to them.

 

Give words of affirmation. Tell them, whether you feel it or not, that you delight in them, that they are a delight (if they don't feel like a delight, ask God to give you those feelings). Tell them,

 

"You are beautiful and smart and God loves you. I'm so glad you're my child." Tell them that they can never lose your love, no matter what. And mean it.

 

Holding these words close as I chase after the little hearts

that have been entrusted to me!!!