What is a mopped floor
if little feet don’t run over it, taken with laughter?
What is a clean window
if my eyes don’t stop to thank Him for the flowers on the other side?
What is pressed laundry
if insecure fears stain the soul?
What is a manicured yard
if I don’t lay in the grass with my kids to discover the clouds?
What is a schedule kept
if I push people to get there?
What is a made bed
if my heart can’t find true rest?
What is a neat playroom
if kids haven’t deepened friendships while scattering Legos?
What is a quiet night
if discord filled the walls by day?
Behold, how good and pleasant it is
when brothers dwell in unity!
Psalm 133:1
What is a gourmet meal
if I feast on bitter thoughts?
What is a fit body
if I don’t know inner beauty?
What is life
if we miss the point of it all?
Love.
Fill me, Lord…
When life gets wild, how do you keep perspective as a mom?
Good Morning Lara! I know we don’t know each other but I enjoy your blog very much! What a gorgeous list you and Father God have created here… I love it! I have 3 beautiful kids of my own that I’m off to teach and play with now! ~ Blessings from Maine sister, Amy Alves
Thanks, Amy! It’s great to hear from you. I hope you’ve had a good mommy day…even among the messes and laundry. Blessings, sister.
Lara – what beautiful thoughts yet again! Thank you, friend!
Thanks, Jamie. 🙂
Had a similar message from the Lord earlier this week…beautiful!
He’s gracious to speak to us, isn’t He? Reminding of the main thing. Thanks.
Beautiful list, from an amazing mama 🙂
Ha. “Amazing.” You’re way to gracious, my friend. You inspire *me* as a mama. Much love to you, sister.
What great reminders Lara! So important for us to remember the moments are so much more important than the mess. I so enjoy reading what you share from your heart here! Thank you. Blessings!
Thanks, Wendy. My heart is a mess; but He is such grace. So thankful.
I am printing this list to hang in a special place. Thanks, Lara! I love this glimpse of your heart.
Thank you, friend. This post flowed after a time of prayer — after I felt so insufficient as a mom. He is patient to keep on teaching me.