I’m so quick to form all my lists and plans for myself and for my kids each day. Without deliberate consideration or guarding, things like making beds and completing all tasks efficiently wiggle their way up to the top of the list of essentials. How about making the essentials truly essential, and letting all the rest spill forth in the overflow?
I begin again…
What my kids really need today:
1. Parents that smile.
2. The sound of harmony, not dischord.
3. A gentle word and a soft touch.
4. An attentive ear.
5. Order, not chaos.
6. To experience forgiveness; to extend forgiveness.
7. An awareness of the needs of others.
8. Arrows pointing all things to the Cross.
9. Parents who pray for them audibly and inaudibly.
10. The Word of God spoken, heard, seen, and felt.
Have a wonderful day focusing on the essentials.
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Love this. I certainly do need to be reminded that these are essentials.
I like the “new” list! Also, I am enjoying “Dazzling Your Kids with the Love of Jesus,” what a great book! Thank you!
Joy, I’m so glad you are reading this book. I continue to chew and re-chew on her poignant perspective.
Thanks for the reminder. Gotta say though, hungry tummies, dirty hands, crummy floor, over flowing sinks are so distracting!!! =)
I’ve heard this book mentioned again and again. Good to know that you recommended as well.
Of all the organizational tools in my belt, the list you’ve compiled will be, hands down, the most treasured. I love your heart to walk this road well, with proper focus & objective. Thank you Ruth
Thanks, Stacey. I’m a work in progress, but I’m thankful to get to share that progress here…
You are a daily inspiration to me. Thank you.
(BTW, I’m a SAHM to 3 boys, 1 dh, and a male cat AND dog.) Blessings!
Keela, I’m so honored that you read this blog. Sounds like your homes is as *calm* as mine!
This is such a welcome challenge for me, Ruth. I’m going to think on these words today.