Legacy

So, I started a new devotional book today called, "Legacy of Virtue, A Devotional for Mothers". I have to admit that Jon bought me the book for Mothers Day at least 5 years ago, and I haven't read it yet. I could tell you that I have been using other devotional books instead, or that I have just been too busy being a mom, but that wouldn't be true. The truth is, I really am just now trying to make devotions a regular, everyday thing in my life. So, anyway, I opened up the book to the first page, and read the quote, "The only thing that parents can take to Heaven is their children." Wow, I had to stop there and just ponder that for a minute. Am I living a life that Ty and Devon will want to model? Am I being the best example that I can be, and leaving a legacy that points to God? I hope so. I also hope that Jon and I are teaching them to love and accept people, all people...maybe not accept what all people do, but to love them anyway. I read an article today in Relevant Magazine that said, "I want to be known for passion, love, and a heart that follows God. I want people to see that about me, first thing. There's somthing different about my life, and it will also change theirs. I don't want to blend in." I thought about how I have heard parents say before that they just want their kids to blend in at school, to be like everyone else so they don't get made fun of. I think I want the opposite for my boys, I want them to be different, I want them to not have the fear of being different and to be able to stand up for what they believe in. I don't want them to blend in. Well, I guess I will end this here...I know it's not much of a family update, but this is what has been on my heart and mind today. I am now going to sit on the front porch and listen to the thunder roll in!