1.  I was wearing strappy high heels to church on Sunday, and I asked my husband to carry Natalie to the car, since my ankle might wobble on the bumpy sidewalk.  Christopher wondered why my ankle might wobble, and then why would I wear shoes that might make my ankle wobble.  I replied that some people thought that this kind of sandal was pretty, didn't he think they were pretty?  He paused a moment, and meekly said, "Not very much..." (:

2.  Since I have had some clarity in parenting, I have been much more consistent in teaching and disciplining our children.  I am tired, but continuing.  We have a huge event coming up tomorrow and next week, and I have been extra busy preparing for it.  Two days ago, I had so many errands we did a morning run, and an afternoon (post-nap) run.  Each time Christopher misbehaved and I promised him I would discipline him when we got home.  Both times, I came home and rushed into my to do list, and forgot.  By the time I remembered, it was so long past, I didn't think I should address it, and promised myself I'd do better next time.  That night, we had a nice bedtime snuggle, with songs and chitchatting.  He asked me why I didn't discipline him when he was "wrong to Nani."  He felt sad and guilty.  I said, "Well, Mama failed."  "Why did you fail me, Mama?"  Ouch. "Do you want me to correct you now?"  Pauuuuuuuse.  "Noooo."    So we both prayed that God would forgive us for our sins that day.  He also asked me to forgive him for not reminding me that he needed a correction.  Am humbled beyond description, joyful that his conscience is developing tenderly, and highly motivated to be faithful. 

Dear Heavenly Father, thank You for our precious children.  Thank you for your Spirit working in Christopher's heart.  Please empower me to be faithful and consistent in loving and teaching our children to  choose kindness and wisdom.  Please forgive me for my laziness and lethargy and strengthen me for the task of parenting. 

Love,
Your Daughter,
Lori