11 thoughts that revive my journey as a mom

July 25, 2012 By 12 Comments

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?

 


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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?
 

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  • http://www.fullherlife.com/ Amy Alves

    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

    • http://www.larawilliams.org Lara Gibson Williams

      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.

  • http://www.brownpaperandstrings.com/ Jamie H

    Lara – what beautiful thoughts yet again! Thank you, friend!

    • http://www.larawilliams.org Lara Gibson Williams

      Thanks, Jamie. :)

  • http://girlgrowsup.com/ Sarah

    Had a similar message from the Lord earlier this week…beautiful!

    • http://www.larawilliams.org Lara Gibson Williams

      He’s gracious to speak to us, isn’t He? Reminding of the main thing. Thanks.

  • Emily

    Beautiful list, from an amazing mama :)

    • http://www.larawilliams.org Lara Gibson Williams

      Ha. “Amazing.” You’re way to gracious, my friend. You inspire *me* as a mama. Much love to you, sister.

  • Wendy Douglas

    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!

    • http://www.larawilliams.org Lara Gibson Williams

      Thanks, Wendy. My heart is a mess; but He is such grace. So thankful.

  • TereasaM

    I am printing this list to hang in a special place. Thanks, Lara! I love this glimpse of your heart.

    • http://www.larawilliams.org Lara Gibson Williams

      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.