My May article for the Diocese of Shreveport’s Catholic Connection (complete with a Pin-teresting graphic if you read on!) – This job? It’s glorious, humbling, and so so important.
Last month I was blessed to see Dr. Meg Meeker speak in Dallas at a conference on money, marriage and parenting. A veteran pediatrician and best-selling author who specializes in child-parent relationships, Dr. Meeker delivered her convictions to an audience of 7,000, and every last one of us was attentively silent for the duration of her time on stage. She was absolutely captivating. What drew us all in was her clear point: your kids are watching you; not just for an example to follow, but for affirmation and hope.
Four years and four children in (Baby #4 due in November!), and I feel as though I’m just beginning to realize the significance of motherhood. Amazing, isn’t it? History is full of fools who have chased after power and influence, both of which are inherently etched in the humble crown of being someone’s mama. From the start of that little life, a whole world is founded on a mother’s behavior. Her touch, her tone, her countenance all answer the questions, according to Dr. Meeker, that every child has. Continue…
feature photo credit: Sarah Schinstock, 2012
