My Mom used to say, "Tell me who you follow, and I'll tell you who you are." I didn't really get this one until I had Ben and Frankie, and even then, it didn't gel until they were off to college.
It all came together for me when I met their friends. It was only then that I could breathe a sigh of relief, and rest in the knowledge that they had chosen their friends wisely.
A deliberate act or a fluke?
No matter.
As parents we stumble along, praying that we get things right. Sometimes we do. Sometimes we don't.
Should we earn an "A" for effort?
Maybe.
Probably . . . because . . .
Parenthood is no joke.
As wonderful as it is, I think it's the hardest job we'll ever have.
Somehow, if you're lucky/fortunate/blessed, once your kids grow up, you get to enjoy the fruits of your labor.
That's when the real fun begins.
It all came together for me when I met their friends. It was only then that I could breathe a sigh of relief, and rest in the knowledge that they had chosen their friends wisely.
A deliberate act or a fluke?
No matter.
As parents we stumble along, praying that we get things right. Sometimes we do. Sometimes we don't.
Should we earn an "A" for effort?
Maybe.
Probably . . . because . . .
Parenthood is no joke.
As wonderful as it is, I think it's the hardest job we'll ever have.
Somehow, if you're lucky/fortunate/blessed, once your kids grow up, you get to enjoy the fruits of your labor.
That's when the real fun begins.
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