Being a mom is tough....

Well its a true statement that rings in my mind daily...being a mom is tough and very trying at times, but one of the most rewarding things I have ever done in my life.  I have been chosen to be the mom of three amazing boys ages 13, 11 and 6.  They are so different, yet I can see where God has weaved their personalities with some similarities as well.  One is strong willed and super independent but has such a sweet tender personality when it comes to snuggling and hanging out with his mom. One has a strong personality and is super indecisive...yet he would walk on hot coals for someone in need and has a heart that is so tender for those less fortunate....The last child has been such a blessing to our family as he started off life in critical condition and stayed in the NICU for four months....his situation led our family into our "wildnerness" experience where we learned how much we needed God and our little family to survive! He loves the Lord with all his heart even at such a young age and keeps us all on our toes :)  Needless to say I parent each of them different and they each respond differently and keep me guessing on lots of things in life.  I finish some days say, "well it was an o.k. day." but for most days I feel very insufficient in my skills as a mom and my ability to parent.  I pray God will guide me and lead me in the right direction each day because I realize I have only one shot at this thing called parenting.  I just pray I am sensitive to the Holy Spirit as he guides me each day though this amazing yet stressful journey in life.  My kids are my world and I want nothing more than for them to grow up loving the Lord with every part of their being and seek his will for their life.  I just pray as I seek his will for my life I will be able to guide them in the right direction, teach them how to listen to that small still voice of God and answer his call for their lives.  Being a mom is tough...but rewarding and the best job ever!! I am so thankful God allowed me to have this job....may I honor him in what I do and how I raise my children.