So,here I am... a mom to an upcoming 7th grader and 2nd grader. My boys are growing, changing, and transforming into a fantabulous young man and a stellar big guy. I am no longer the mommy. I am mom.
I am no longer identified by being a MOPS mom, a SAHM, or a home school mom.
It's hard to change your identity and to see yourself through the eyes of kids who can look you in the eye as opposed to hugging your leg. It's difficult to give up some control and to let your kids figure it out on their own and possibly/probably fail. Growing up IS hard to do for them and me!
However, I am still the mom: the cheerleader for their ambitions, the confidant at bedtime, the hero on grocery day, the soother of bad days, and most importantly (and very humbling) an example to them of the Father's love and grace.
I think that is how God sees me, one of his children who is growing and transforming. As his daughter, I often fail, I come to him with hopes and dreams, he provides for me, comforts me and never ceases to show me His love and grace.
I am ready to be mom for this next season. I am embracing the excitement as well as the difficulties. I know God is with us and for us and I can trust Him no matter what. So let's do this thing! After all, the boys will only travel this way once but I am mom for the rest of my life : )
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