All Good Things Must Come to an End

All good things must come to an end and my time with MOPS is quickly coming to an end. What a joy and pleaure it has been being your Outreach/Prayer and Care coordinator. It has been so rewarding serving among such fine women. It seems just yesterday that I was where you are. A young mama with babies on my hip, spit up on my shirt, and nuks and smooshed cracker crumbs at the at the bottom of my purse. Some days seemed to go on forever but the years, the years just keep coming faster and faster. I blink and another milestone is reached and someone grows another inch.
I have been where you are and I know where you are going. When you are once again rocking your little one watching night turn into day remember it is fleeting. The soft baby sighs on your neck will turn into running tight hugs around your neck. Those fat little hands you hold will grow and match the size of your own. The cuddles and the constant need for mommy's attention will slowly be replaced with a quick hug (at your urging) and independence. It is all good. It is a joy watching your babies grow into beautiful, independent people but you will look back and wish you knew when the last rock, or last hand in hand walk in the park, or the last time you would pull that favorite story from the shelf, because one day you will miss it. So, cherish today and don't be too anxious for the next milestone because it will come and it will be great!

As I watch my first born enter into adulthood I am excited about our changing relationship. She may not need me to kiss her boo boo's but she still needs me. I don't hold her hand but I follow her now walking a few steps behind just in case she makes a wrong turn or needs a safe place to fall. Prayerfully, with my other two I will follow suit.

So today, marvel at that precious one of yours. Enjoy the moment you are in and go ahead and read that story one more time. What a neat idea God had when he created mother's.

I am sad to leave you all but I am no longer a mother of a preschooler. I know my journey will go on. God has plans in store for me and I am looking forward to see where He leads me. This has been one of the greatest experiences of my life. I will cherish my time with you until my journey on earth is finished.

God has big plans for you too! Don't be afraid to step out in faith. Be bold and indeed love as if your life depended on it.

When motherhood has moments where it is daunting and crazy remember you now have a 'big sister' who has been there and done that and she would love to take your phone call and listen as you share your heart with sympathetic understanding.

Thanks for the memories!

~Be Blessed and be a Blessing~
Rebecca

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All Good Things Must Come to an End

All good things must come to an end and my time with MOPS is quickly coming to an end. What a joy and pleaure it has been being your Outreach/Prayer and Care coordinator. It has been so rewarding serving among such fine women. It seems just yesterday that I was where you are. A young mama with babies on my hip, spit up on my shirt, and nuks and smooshed cracker crumbs at the at the bottom of my purse. Some days seemed to go on forever but the years, the years just keep coming faster and faster. I blink and another milestone is reached and someone grows another inch.
I have been where you are and I know where you are going. When you are once again rocking your little one watching night turn into day remember it is fleeting. The soft baby sighs on your neck will turn into running tight hugs around your neck. Those fat little hands you hold will grow and match the size of your own. The cuddles and the constant need for mommy's attention will slowly be replaced with a quick hug (at your urging) and independence. It is all good. It is a joy watching your babies grow into beautiful, independent people but you will look back and wish you knew when the last rock, or last hand in hand walk in the park, or the last time you would pull that favorite story from the shelf, because one day you will miss it. So, cherish today and don't be too anxious for the next milestone because it will come and it will be great!

As I watch my first born enter into adulthood I am excited about our changing relationship. She may not need me to kiss her boo boo's but she still needs me. I don't hold her hand but I follow her now walking a few steps behind just in case she makes a wrong turn or needs a safe place to fall. Prayerfully, with my other two I will follow suit.

So today, marvel at that precious one of yours. Enjoy the moment you are in and go ahead and read that story one more time. What a neat idea God had when he created mother's.

I am sad to leave you all but I am no longer a mother of a preschooler. I know my journey will go on. God has plans in store for me and I am looking forward to see where He leads me. This has been one of the greatest experiences of my life. I will cherish my time with you until my journey on earth is finished.

God has big plans for you too! Don't be afraid to step out in faith. Be bold and indeed love as if your life depended on it.

When motherhood has moments where it is daunting and crazy remember you now have a 'big sister' who has been there and done that and she would love to take your phone call and listen as you share your heart with sympathetic understanding.

Thanks for the memories!

~Be Blessed and be a Blessing~
Rebecca

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Women in the Word-Servant's Heart

More than anything else I want my children to have a servant's heart and to have empathy for those who are lost and hurting. I want their eyes to be open to see that life doesn't revolve around them but life could be better for someone because of them. To serve in the name and love of God and not in the name of their ego and pride. To serve knowing their eternal reward is far better than any worldly award or recognition (Knowing it is by grace they are saved not works-Eph 2:8). To put all selfish desires aside, religious beliefs, social class, racial class, and any other worldly obstacle aside and love because He loved us first ( 1 John 4:19). To teach them to be ready to give their coat, to bandage a wound, to give a hug, to offer encouragement, to offer a prayer, a listening ear, a strong back, but mostly be ready to tell of their Savior and the great gift of salvation He brings (Proverbs 11:24-25, John 3:16).

How, in the midst of an entitled culture, do I do this? First, and most important, I need to be in the word and in prayer. Second, I don't indulge every whim and fancy of my children. A gift then becomes a real surprise, welcomed with true gratitude. We discern the difference between want and need and they are learning to appreciate a job well done. Lastly, practice what you preach. Your children do as they see not as they hear.

I am a work in progress, always! I fail more than I succeed. I just pray that in the middle of my shortcomings, they see the true intentions and through that, I pray compassion sprouts.

Here is a great article that might be helpful http://www.focusonthefamily.com/parenting/spiritual_growth_for_kids/teaching_servanthood.aspx


~Be Blessed and be a Blessing~
Rebecca Pin It

Women in the Word-Servant's Heart

More than anything else I want my children to have a servant's heart and to have empathy for those who are lost and hurting. I want their eyes to be open to see that life doesn't revolve around them but life could be better for someone because of them. To serve in the name and love of God and not in the name of their ego and pride. To serve knowing their eternal reward is far better than any worldly award or recognition (Knowing it is by grace they are saved not works-Eph 2:8). To put all selfish desires aside, religious beliefs, social class, racial class, and any other worldly obstacle aside and love because He loved us first ( 1 John 4:19). To teach them to be ready to give their coat, to bandage a wound, to give a hug, to offer encouragement, to offer a prayer, a listening ear, a strong back, but mostly be ready to tell of their Savior and the great gift of salvation He brings (Proverbs 11:24-25, John 3:16).

How, in the midst of an entitled culture, do I do this? First, and most important, I need to be in the word and in prayer. Second, I don't indulge every whim and fancy of my children. A gift then becomes a real surprise, welcomed with true gratitude. We discern the difference between want and need and they are learning to appreciate a job well done. Lastly, practice what you preach. Your children do as they see not as they hear.

I am a work in progress, always! I fail more than I succeed. I just pray that in the middle of my shortcomings, they see the true intentions and through that, I pray compassion sprouts.

Here is a great article that might be helpful http://www.focusonthefamily.com/parenting/spiritual_growth_for_kids/teaching_servanthood.aspx


~Be Blessed and be a Blessing~
Rebecca Pin It