Mommy Strong

The Army used to have a slogan, "The Toughest Job You'll Ever Love." This morning I told Matthew this should be the universal motto for all Mom's. He laughed and said, "So, instead of 'Army Strong' it should be 'Mommy Strong'?"

Honestly, nobody can ever prepare you for parenthood. It is grueling. And I sometimes quake in my boots knowing that this is only the beginning! On the positive side, however, I am learning so much. For instance, I really had no idea how much my own parents loved me. Until now.

Also, every single day I recognize something beautiful about my Heavenly Father. Whether it is in the brilliance of one of the boys' smiles or a twinkle in their eye, I am reminded of God's glory and to be grateful for His blessings.

But even more than that, I hear myself talking to the boys and it sounds like the same words He might be saying to me. Things like, "I know what you need and I'm right here preparing it for you." Or, "This may not be comfortable right this minute but I promise you will be better off for it later."

It is during these moments that I close my eyes and whisper a prayer of thanks. Because even though being a Mom is a tougher job than I ever imagined it could be, I know I don't have to do it alone.

Isaiah 40:11
He shall feed his flock like a shepherd: he shall gather the lambs with his arm, and carry them in his bosom, and shall gently lead those that are with young.