Sweetness

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So many times I feel as if I've failed as a parent. There are definitely mistakes we have made along the way; some minor and some major.   Yet, there are those times when things click and I realize that there are also many things Dan & I have done right.

I felt that way this weekend as I listened to Stephen discuss what he is learning in his classes with his grandmother.  I heard his passion for ministry and thanked the Lord for that!


I felt it when I saw how two brothers interact well together with love for each other. 


I see it when my children talk about the wonderful childhood they had and all the fond memories they've had of the different ministries and places we've lived.  Often I think that there are only bad memories, but I saw things through their eyes and much of what they talked about was good.


I love hearing Emily's heart for her friends, no matter what their situation and her ability to look past their behavior to see them through God's eyes.  It was neat hearing that her friends love coming here because they feel loved and accepted. 
 
My children actually admitted that they think I'm fun.  That made me laugh because I usually feel like all I do is scold them.

So while we both have made so many mistakes, God has been merciful and it was wonderful to hear about the good we have done this week!  Sometimes parents just need reassurance. :-)

And it's always so sweet!

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  1. AnonymousDecember 30, 2014 at 8:50 AM

    You did well, Terri. I had tears reading this.
    God bless, Kathy in Illinois

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  2. AnonymousDecember 30, 2014 at 12:10 PM

    Oh, Terri, I think I have told you before what an amazing job you and Dan have done in raising those kids. AND never doubt that you are fun. HE! HE! HE!

    Debbi

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    1. TerriDecember 30, 2014 at 12:16 PM

      LOL!!! Weird might be a better description, Debbi. :-)

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  3. Pom PomDecember 30, 2014 at 1:30 PM

    What a wonderful blessing! The photo of your son with his granny is precious. God's grace is so sufficient, isn't it? I am constantly in awe of what He does and how He blesses us. Aw! I bet you ARE fun!

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    1. TerriDecember 30, 2014 at 1:59 PM

      You are right, Pom Pom, God's grace is enough for all our blunders. Have a wonderful day!

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  4. ElizabethdDecember 30, 2014 at 4:36 PM

    As parents I think we do look for reassurance that we didn't make a real mess of our childrens' lives! I have doubts often, until they remind m of a good memory.

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    1. TerriDecember 30, 2014 at 5:36 PM

      Thanks, Barbara. Often it's the good that remains.

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