Today's retreat asks who we look toward for "wisdom and guidance in making...daily decisions?" What struck me about this as a mom is the fact that we are the ones our children constantly look toward for wisdom and guidance. Being a parent is such an awesome responsibilty - one that comes with no owner's manual. We muddle through; we give it our best shot. There are no do-overs in momdom as much as we may like them. No instant replays. What we do, what we decide, how we live our lives affects others. People, usually little people, watch us all the time. So we better be darn sure that we are giving them the best answers we can.
We must go to God to become fortified for whatever life throws at us. Use that Lord's Prayer; it's a gift from God. Pray the words first thing in the morning and throughout your day. Meditate on one phrase at a time. Figure out what it means to you right now in this particular time of your life. Explain to your children what the prayer means to you, and ask your children what it means to them. What do they hear when they pray the words? You may learn a thing or two! Kids have a mighty funny way of putting things into perspective.
~ Maureen :)
9/05/09 Jesus Teaches Me
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