Oct. 6, 2008 - Mondays on Mothering -- The Toddler Cuddle
Mondays on Mothering The Toddler Cuddle
One of the greatest joys of mothering that repeats frequently in my day is the toddler cuddle. Mind you, I have been nursing or pregnant pretty much constantly for the last ten years, so I haven't been very long without a toddler to hold. My current little guy is the most cuddly little one I have ever had! He just loves to come get a hug or kisses, or rock in the rocking chair for a bit. In fact, I can't hardly sit down in the rocking chair without either him or the five year old (or most often both!) clamoring to be on my lap.
Even on the hardest of days, this is a great encouragement for this weary Mom!
What brings you joy as a mother? Lord help us focus on the joy this week, and not the hard things!
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My seven-year-old daughter still does this to me. She will soon be eight so I am getting all I can out of it before she becomes like her soon-to-be-ten-year-old sister whom I just barely get kisses from any more.
Melanie
The bottom line is; We try not to insist on parent-led learning or gravitate toward child-led learning. We try instead to focus on God-led learning and ask for His input and perspective on every aspect of our home school. That way, when others fuss about what Dan and I are doing and make me second guess our decisions -- I can go back to our decision process and find God's fingerprints, reminding me that this is His way.
