Day 7 of the Joy Journey

Day 7

Today, the moment when I am most repelled by a child's behaviour, that is my sign to draw the very closest to that child.

As a mom, there are some days where I look at my girls and think 'who are you and why are you acting this way?' Come on ....  you've been there too, right?! Don't leave me hanging here on my own! 

It is in those moments of disbelief at our children's attitude, sassiness, tantrum ... that they really need us the most. That is the moment where if we slow and draw near to them, we can help the most. Sometimes our child(ren) just need a hug and an 'I love you so much! what can I do to help you?' I know with my girls that there have been so many losses these past few years that some days they need a hug and talk about how they are missing their loved one. 

Don't get me wrong... I am not saying that discipline goes out the window! We still have a God given responsibility to train up our children. However, if we slow and take some time to draw near to them, I think we will be amazed at the change of disposition. Perhaps both in them, and us. :)