My journey on the Proverbs 31 path...

The Moteberg Homeschool (Etc.) Blog

2008-09-16T05:26:00.000-07:00

http://moteberghomeschool.wordpress.com/

Come on over and change any links you may have b/c I think this one will be closing down soon. Well, as soon as I can figure out if there is an easy way to save all I've written *here* to my new one *over there*. *lol* We'll see if that ends up happening...

Thanks!

To blog or not to blog...

2008-08-22T12:41:00.000-07:00

...or should the question be,

"WHERE to blog?" Or maybe,

"Why blog?" Or how about,

"How do I blog?" *lol* :)

Even though it's true that I'm definitely on a journey on the "Proverbs 31 Path", I suppose all women are in some way, I feel like I am not writing (and maybe *doing*) a whole lot about that part of my life right now. That being the case, what do I do with a blog called "My journey on the Proverbs 31 Path"? *lol*

Follow this link to my new site where I have started posting experiences from our first week of home schooling. I'm sure I'll fill it with "stuff" from daily life as well but well, whatever.

It's not like I blog a whole lot N-E-Ways!

Here it is again: http://moteberghomeschool.wordpress.com/

THANKS! :) :)

A prayer for Cari

2008-08-22T04:27:00.001-07:00

Today is the big day, my friend. This nasty tumor that was found just a couple of weeks ago is now going to be history. I have been praying Psalm 91 for you lately and thought I'd share it with the teeny-tiny corner of the world that watches this blog. *lol* :)

Hugs and lots of love, girl!!!

Psalm 91
a personalized prayer for Cari as she undergoes surgery this morning

As Cari dwells in the shelter of You, the Most High, I pray she will rest in Your shadow, Almighty God.
May she say of You Lord, "He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust."
Surely you will save her from Satan's grasp and from this cancer.
Please cover her with your feathers, and under Your wings may she find refuge; may Your faithfulness be her shield and rampart.
Because You are at her side, she will not fear the terror of the unknown, nor the challenges that fly at her each day,
nor this cancer that stalks her body, nor the treatments her body must endure to be rid of it.
A thousand may fall at her side, ten thousand at her right hand, but it will not come near her.
May she only observe with her eyes and see the punishment of the wicked.
As she draws near to You, Lord, saying, "The Lord is my refuge," and as she makes the Most High her dwelling,
I pray no harm will overtake her, no disaster will come near her home.
Command Your angels concerning Cari, to guard her in all her ways;
May they lift her up in their hands so she will not strike her foot against a stone.
Because of Your, Lord, she will tread on this lion of cancer roaring its ugly head in her body and also on the snake that is Satan who wishes to tear her from Your grasp;
SHE WILL TRAMPLE THE GREAT LION OF CANCER AND THE NASTY ATTEMPTS OF SATAN.
"Because they love me," you say Lord, "I will rescue them; I will protect them, for they acknowledge my name." I claim that promise for Cari today.
"They will call on me, and I will answer them; I will be with them in trouble, I will deliver them and honor them." I claim that promise for Cari today.
"With long life I will satisfy them and show them my salvation." I claim that promise for Cari today.

In Jesus' Most Powerful Name I pray, Amen and AMEN!!

A quick word...and a request!

2008-08-15T07:19:00.001-07:00

WOW! Josiah's birthday celebration?!?! THAT'S the last time I posted!??! OK...I didn't think it had been that long but, well, OK. So it has. :)

I don't know *why* I don't blog here any more...maybe it's because, here at home, our focus in the last few months has shifted so drastically that I am giving more thought and attention to these new events.

Namely, home schooling and baby-growing. :)

Anyhow, I *have* started a home school blog in which I have been enjoying writing about the kid's days, revelations, and attitudes as we walk this new road. Eric is helping me work out some bugs in personalizing it (making it pretty) so once I do, I'll be certain to post the new link here.

Either way, while you're waiting with baited breath for my next post (HA!) I'll ask a favor of those who do still drop in every once in a while.

My dear friend Cari, a very wonderful woman who I've known thru my Mom's Bible Study (Spiritual Spa) for the last several years, has recently been thrown a whopping curve ball. Last year she was diagnosed with (and is now a SURVIVOR of!) Triple Negative Breast Cancer. Unfortunately, this week her doctor found a spot on her brain that appears to be cancer. Tests and consultations are a plenty right now so if you feel lead, please take a moment to visit her blog and say a prayer over this precious Child of God.

Afterall, 5 IS a pretty big number!

2008-06-03T18:39:00.001-07:00

Josiah turned 5 about a week and a half ago and, wow, what a round of celebrations we had! Josiah made a remark about 5 being a pretty big number and after all the fun we've had celebrating our little pistol, I believe he's right!

Round #1: Mamma's house over Mother's Day weekend. Eric's sister and her family were in town for the holiday so we decided to sneak in a couple of gifts and some cupcakes for Josiah while we were at it.

(Classic reaction upon receiving his very first gift card!)

Round #2: May 24th, his actual birthday. Birthdays for the younger crowd in this house always being with a TON of balloons! He carried that bunch of balloons around the house with him all morning. Then it was time for a few gifts and a yummy birthday breakfast of banana pancakes, courtesy of Daddy.

"Hmmm...I wonder what these batteries could be for?"

"Oh yeah, baby! A remote controlled Jeep!"

Eric makes the best banana pancakes around! And some nicely shaped numbers, too!

Round #3: The day wasn't over on May 24th...we headed up to Mamma's again with a friend of Josiah and Faith's (Hi, Ty!) and had a BBQ complete with chocolate cherry cake, a few more presents and plenty of playing outside.

"YES! A(nother) Bionicle! Thanks, Ty!"

Tyson excels in putting these things together...

...and was kind enough to work with Josiah to put his together.

Round #4: After discovering that one of the ladies in my bible study group has a son who's turning 5 within a week of Josiah, we decided a little more celebrating was in order. This time, thanks to the rainy forecast, we moved our park date into Chuck E Cheeses and had a grand time playing games until the coins ran out. *lol* Josiah and Jake had a great time playing together! Happy 5th Bday to you too, Jake!

And finally...Round #5: This year, because of lots of things on our plate, we decided to set aside the big party and instead do an intimate celebration for which Josiah could bring one friend along. We decided to take our very first train trip on the Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway. It was a blast! Josiah brought along a friend of he and Faith's, Brandon, and together the three of them explored everything from the engine to the caboose.

Now, after 5 celebrations of one kind or another, ALMOST all of them including cake in one form or another, I think we can officially say, "A Happy 5th Birthday to Joe-man!" *whew*

'Tis the season...for storms!

2008-05-26T05:46:00.000-07:00

This was the scene yesterday afternoon as we had a BBQ with friend's from my Mom's Bible Study group. We were south of where the Hugo tornado touched down by about 25 miles but while we are safe, many others in Hugo, MN have lost their homes and at least one toddler, his life.

We are in prayer for those who have lost so much as the sun rises on the destruction caused by last night's storms.

What a difference a blade makes!!!

2008-05-12T07:37:00.001-07:00

After years, err...months, of growing his beard,
Eric has declared, "It's gotta go!"

Shaving off mountains of hair (5 inches long, he's proud to say!) doesn't have to be boring! "Let's play with it a little! How's that?"

WHOA, momma!

Fun, yes but quite challenging at times!

"Have I shaved enough off yet?"

"NO? I haven't? OK, well...here we go..."

Wait a sec, honey...that's not *quite* what I had in mind...

"It's not? Well, be patient, I wasn't finished just yet..."

"There! How's that?"

"Just kidding!"

"Although, this new look would drive the ladies on the bus crazy..."

"Nah, better finish the job."

"There! Nothing like a little tail to keep that youthful look about me."

Equal parts heavy metal...

...and gentle giant. *smiles*

Lord, help me!

2008-04-30T19:05:00.000-07:00

So here I sit, just after 9pm, at the computer.

Sitting. Surfing. Generally wasting time.

Normally not a huge deal at 9pm at night...except for the fact that tomorrow at 10am we have our first showing since we've put the condo back on the market 2 months ago.

WHAT AM I DOING ONLINE!?

There are floors to be swept, mopped and vacuumed.

There are surfaces to be dusted and windows to shine.

There is a bathroom to be cleaned. (Nah...I'll let Eric have that one)

And yet here I sit, quite uninspired and generally having one of those "down" sort of nights.

Maybe it's because this is our FIRST showing in 2 months.

Maybe because this showing tomorrow is what's called a "agent preview", which means no actual buyers will be coming thru, just an agent.

Now, of course this agent could be representing someone out there actually looking for a condo in our area and he/she is truly doing a preview to save their buyer some time. But all I can think of is, "what if it's just some newbie realtor come to cruise the building, getting a feel for the place, effectively wasting his time and mine?" The world may never know.

But, nevertheless, the house has to be in "showing order" so as to put our best foot forward in the hopes that this preview actually turns into a repeat showing with actual buyers stepping foot into the place.

And yet here I sit.

Lord, HELP ME!

Another Citizen of Heaven!!!

2008-04-21T18:47:00.001-07:00

Mark 13:32-37:
The Day and Hour Unknown
32 "But about that day or hour no one knows, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father. 33 Be on guard! Be alert! You do not know when that time will come. 34 It's like a man going away: He leaves his house and puts his servants in charge, each with an assigned task, and tells the one at the door to keep watch.
35 "Therefore keep watch because you do not know when the owner of the house will come back—whether in the evening, or at midnight, or when the rooster crows, or at dawn. 36 If he comes suddenly, do not let him find you sleeping. 37 What I say to you, I say to everyone: 'Watch!' "

These precious words from the Good Book will never leave my soul. For tonight, during our family's nightly devotion time, God used them to speak to our son's spirit, urging him to ask Jesus to be in his life as his personal Lord and Savior. Thank you, Lord. Thank you.

(Faith's sweet note to Eric, as he's working OT tonight, placed on the outside of our front door.)

Mom of the Year

2008-04-14T20:10:00.000-07:00

There are no less than 10 piglets suckling all day long...

...ALL of whom find it natural to use their very high-pitched squeal
to indicate their every emotion.

You KNOW she never loses that baby weight!

And she STILL has a smile on her face!

GOD BLESS HER!

You finished strong, Cari!

2008-04-03T17:48:00.000-07:00

For she's a cancer-free fella,
(who LOVES her coffee!!)

For she's a cancer-free fella,
(Isn't that a SUPER-DE-DUPER head scarf?!)

For she's a cancer-free fella...
(Yummmmm! Cake...)

...Whom we love so much!

Way to go, Cari! Throughout this battle you have radiated God's grace and strength. You are truly an inspiration to us all. Congratulations on finishing the chemo and radiation treatments. Breast cancer couldn't keep you down!

This one is for you, Spa Mommies!

2008-03-26T12:36:00.000-07:00

The following "essay" was written as a submission for a contest our local Christian radio station, KTIS FM, is hosting. Knowing how many wonderful submissions are likely to be received and therefore, the small chance of mine being chosen, I didn't want to keep this to myself. *smiles*

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How does one sum up the life-altering experience that is a wonderful group of friends? For me, a west-coast transplant to Minne-snow-ta, the ladies affectionately known as the "Mom's Spiritual Spa-at-Home" have inspired and supported me in more ways that I can count in the 4 years that we've been together. I moved to Minnesota to marry my sweetheart and raise our family. Leaving my very tight-knit and large family, knowing none of their familiar faces would be there to welcome me after the trek, this was quite a difficult move for me. I would love to share with you the women God brought into my life to fill those missed family connections, to help challenge me to grow, and ultimately became the best friends I've ever known.

Andrea has a heart of gold. "Do unto others as you'd have them do unto you", must be her mantra for there is never a moment in her presence when you do not feel important and cared for. This dear woman has been gifted a listening heart. When I speak with her, I can feel her gaze taking in not only my words but the spirit in which I'm saying them. Andrea has a compassionate spirit and my interactions with her cause me to feel so very appreciated.

Angela, with her quick wit and giving spirit, has gone out of her way to share her passion of healthy cooking, that doesn't break that budget. Her encouragement has led to many happy smiles at my dinner table and a feeling that I *could* actually conquer this thing called dinnertime". As she's walked her path towards God's plan for her life, it has been a testimony to the good that comes from perserverance. This woman is on tough cookie and helps me remember that even if I can only see making it to the end of the day, God has given me plenty of blessings to get me there; with leftovers even!

Brenda has a gentle soul and a roaring passion for people. She listened so patiently as I lamented the tough path it can be to make the decisions surrounding the health and care of my children. Our resident chiropractor, Brenda was always there to share her gifts and passion for health and healing. She has since moved on to Nashville with her family and while she cannot be present for our meetings any longer, our spirits are forever joined thru the love of God we share.

Cari I consider a strong backbone of our group. Her consistant presence each Thursday morning has blessed me immensely. Not a stormy day, a runny nose, nor the absence of a shower or breakfast, keeps her from meeting with us. Not even her recent diagnosis of breast cancer or the subsequent surgeries, chemo, and radiation treatments has dampened her spirits or caused her to hide away. The dedication she offers to me and the other ladies is truly immeasureable.

Carla, the original "leader" of our group, is one of the best cheerleaders out there! She is a bold and true friend and never lets me see myself as less than blessed, even when I'm more than stressed! I am as equally blessed by her encouragement, as I am by her transparency in her own challenges. Carla is quick to see the blessings in her life and has helped me numerous times to see those in mine, as well.

Laurie is a quiet soul and full of determination. Her children are up against some pretty severe allergies and learning difficulties and yet her dedication and insistance for the right treatments is unending. Her undying commitment to their health and well-being has ministered to me in strong ways. When I see her smile and hear her looking for that often-elusive silver lining, I am reminded of how blessings often come thru the most crazy of challenges.

Libby has brought me back to earth more than once since I've known her. She is quite a pragmatic woman and has reminded me of the beauty in the simple things. To spend time in her
presence is to be reminded of the importance of family and the beauty in the sacrificial acts for those you love. To spend time in her home is to smile, laugh, and be made to consider life, for surely practicality has never equaled boredom!

Sarah is a woman after God's heart, that I know. She can't, and surely doesn't want to, hide the importance of her relationship with The Almighty Creator. When I feel unsure of my place in this world, I am often reminded of a prayer request Sarah shared several months back: "I am distracted and want more of God". Her constant effort to focus on our Giver of Life reminds me of my purpose on this earth: to know and serve our Lord and Savior. Sarah's honesty with her prayer requests has helped to straighten out my perspective time and time again.

Shannon is warm-hearted and a wonderful mother. The spirit in which she mother's her children has opened my eyes to the dynamic trait of patience. Dynamic because to have it, brings peace and a purposefulness to your actions and to minister in it, allows the true love and concern in your heart to shine. Watching Shannon with her children is inspiring and I always walk away
with a glimpse of the good I want to shower on my own kids.

Shawn, our current "leader", is as spunky as they get. I love this woman's outlook on life...I cannot remember the last time I saw her face without a smile. She has love and fun to share! God has gifted this woman with the ability to laugh at herself and at the craziness of life and that is a class we could all stand a few lessons in, I think! Her contagious smiles and laughter brighten my mornings and have helped to knock out the grumpy from many a morning.

And while all of these words have chiefly describe the support and love *I* have received, the truth is that my definition of friendship is forever deepened as I witness the "give and take" of this unconditional love and friendship, between all the ladies in our group. True, our friendship began when we all found ourselves seeking a Christian community of mothers with whom we could study God's work with, but I hope you can understand the truely profound affect these ladies have had on my life.

They are in every way, the most fragrant of flowers in the garden of my life.

Happy St. Patrick's Day!

2008-03-15T10:57:00.000-07:00

The fun begins a couple of days earlier this year!

(excerpts from a Fox News.com article, entitled:
"St. Pat's Spat Pits Church vs. Cities", pub. 20 Feb 2008)

"That famous saint named Patrick will have his green-drenched party this year, but it's unclear when the guests are supposed to arrive.

For the first time since 1940, St. Patrick's Day will fall during Holy Week, the sacred seven days preceding Easter. Because of the overlap, liturgical rules dictate that no Mass in honor of the saint can be celebrated on Monday, March 17, according to the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops. But a few Roman Catholic leaders are asking for even more moderation in their dioceses: They want parades and other festivities kept out of Holy Week as well."
...

"...a calendar conflict is a rare event: Holy Week won't clash with St. Patrick's Day again until 2160."
...

"The U.S. remains one of the few countries in the world to retain any religious traces of St. Patrick's Day, (Mike) Cronin said. In Ireland, where the government sponsors the Dublin parade, the holiday has morphed into an arts festival that draws millions of people, he said. Recognizing that, bishops there have moved the feast of the nation's patron saint to March 15 this year. March 17 will remain an official Irish day off work and the Dublin parade will go on as scheduled."
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(photo is of Faith from last year's Irish Music and Dance Celebration at St. Paul's Landmark Center...which is going on this weekend!)

Be still my beating heart...

2008-03-13T20:15:00.000-07:00

His mind holds the wisdom of the ancients.
His heart holds compassion and love.
His arms provide security and warmth,
yet grant freedom like that of a dove.

He is as humble as a beggar on the street,
yet as noble as a Viking chief.
There is a sense of mystery about him;
but his life, he has opened for me to see.

He is truly a beautiful and amazing man;
he is the best of all my dreams.
I will love him throughout eternity...
with not part, but with all that is me.

I *love* this man!

All is right with the world

2008-03-11T12:28:00.000-07:00

It's March 11th in MN.

It's 47 beautiful degrees.

The snow is melting.

I just took off the plastic from the windows.

And ALL those windows are wide open.

I'm heading out the door to pick up my darling daughter and hunky hubby and we are all (including Calvin) heading outside for a glorious walk by the water.

Aaaaaahhhhh...all is right with the world.

To top it all off....

2008-03-06T16:58:00.000-08:00

We've been as busy as it gets for us these past few weeks. Between preparing our condo for sale (we're on the market again! YAY!), caring for 3yr old twins, and considering schooling and discipline options for our own two children, it feels as if we've hardly had time to take a deep breath!

So, to top it all off, guess what hubby and I found in the delicious bag of Cherry M&M's that we shared this afternoon?

Now just WHAT am I supposed to do with THAT!?

Just taking a moment to remember...

2008-02-29T21:44:00.000-08:00

...all I have to be thankful for.

...FOR THE WIFE WHO SAYS IT'S HOT DOGS TONIGHT, BECAUSE SHE IS HOME WITH ME, AND NOT OUT WITH SOMEONE ELSE.

...FOR THE HUSBAND WHO IS ON THE SOFA BEING A COUCH POTATO, BECAUSE HE IS HOME WITH ME AND NOT OUT AT THE BARS.

...FOR THE TEENAGER WHO IS COMPLAINING ABOUT DOING DISHES BECAUSE IT MEANS HE IS AT HOME, NOT ON THE STREETS.

...FOR THE PARKING SPOT I FIND AT THE FAR END OF THE PARKING LOT BECAUSE IT MEANS I AM CAPABLE OF WALKING AND I HAVE BEEN BLESSED WITH TRANSPORTATION.

...FOR MY HUGE HEATING BILL BECAUSE IT MEANS I AM WARM.

...FOR THE CLOTHES THAT FIT A LITTLE TOO SNUG BECAUSE IT MEANS I HAVE ENOUGH TO EAT.

...FOR MY SHADOW THAT WATCHES ME WORK BECAUSE IT MEANS I AM OUT IN THE SUNSHINE.

...FOR A LAWN THAT NEEDS MOWING,WINDOWS THAT NEED CLEANING, AND GUTTERS THAT NEED FIXING BECAUSE IT MEANS I HAVE A HOME.

...FOR ALL THE COMPLAINING I HEAR ABOUT THE GOVERNMENT BECAUSE IT MEANS WE HAVE FREEDOM OF SPEECH.

...FOR THE TAXES I PAY BECAUSE IT MEANS I AM EMPLOYED.

...FOR THE MESS TO CLEAN AFTER A PARTY BECAUSE IT MEANS I HAVE BEEN SURROUNDED BY FRIENDS.

...FOR THE LADY BEHIND ME IN CHURCH WHO SINGS OFF KEY BECAUSE IT MEANS I CAN HEAR.

...FOR THE PILE OF LAUNDRY AND IRONING BECAUSE IT MEANS I HAVE CLOTHES TO WEAR.

...FOR WEARINESS AND ACHING MUSCLES AT THE END OF THE DAY BECAUSE IT MEANS I HAVE BEEN CAPABLE OF WORKING HARD.

...FOR THE ALARM THAT GOES OFF IN THE EARLY MORNING HOURS BECAUSE IT MEANS I AM ALIVE.

(Granted, this is a *generic* list that made its way around the world via email and after the crazy week I've had, I sure do have a lot to complain about and some might reason that I have "good reason" to; but it really is a good reminder of all I have to be thankful for.)

(on another note...that's a darn good run-on sentence, isn't it?)

How are you drudging today?

2008-02-26T06:24:00.001-08:00

"When domesticity, for instance, is called drudgery, all the difficulty arises from a double meaning in the word. If drudgery only means dreadfully hard work, I admit the woman drudges in the home, as a man might drudge at the Cathedral of Amiens or drudge behind a gun at Trafalgar. But if it means that the hard work is more heavy because it is trifling, colorless and of small import to the soul, then as I say, I give it up; I do not know what the words mean.

To be Queen Elizabeth within a definite area, deciding sales, banquets, labors and holidays; to be Whiteley within a certain area, providing toys, boots, sheets, cakes and books, to be Aristotle within a certain area, teaching morals, manners, theology, and hygiene; I can understand how this might exhaust the mind, but I cannot imagine how it could narrow it.

How can it be a large career to tell other people's children about the Rule of Three, and a small career to tell one's own children about the universe?

How can it be broad to be the same thing to everyone, and narrow to be everything to someone?
No; a woman's function is laborious, but because it is gigantic, not because it is minute. I will pity Mrs. Jones for the hugeness of her task; I will never pity her for its smallness."

-- G.K. Chesterton

Happy Birthday, honey!!

2008-02-21T19:18:00.001-08:00

Winter in MN CAN be fun!

2008-02-18T14:00:00.000-08:00

Sledding:

Snowboarding:

And now we can add Kicksledding to our list of winter activities!

Who said winter in MN sucks!?

(Oh, wait...that was me but I now happily rescind that comment!)

Advent - Days 13, 14, 15

2007-12-17T19:53:00.000-08:00

The theme of today's readings and postings seems to be..."We're a little bit behind but..." *LOL* ENJOY!!

Day 13:

Day 14:

Day 15:

Advent - Days 10, 11, 12

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Day 10:

Day 11:

Day 12:

Advent - Days 7, 8, and 9

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John 3:16 For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.

Matthew 25:40 "The King will reply, 'Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.'

As the kids and I talked over our selections of Advent readings this morning, it occurred to me that Christmas can be summed up in these two verses...accepting the gift that was given to us and understanding our call to share that gift and ourselves with others.

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

Day 7 - Letter G - Gifts

Day 8 - Letter H - Heavenly Hosts

Day 9 - Letter I - Infant

Advent - Day 6 - Letter F

2007-12-10T19:53:00.001-08:00

*WHEW* What a whirlwind of a weekend we had!! I am glad to report that while our Advent readings faltered for a bit, we are back on track and the kids are excited to share letter F with you today and more coming tomorrow.

(P.S. Andrea and Shannon...we were talking about whether or not the kids read the selections "raw" or if I prepped them on any trouble-words before we "filmed"...well, today's will provide some chuckles. *lol* No prepping here!)

Beatitudes for Homemakers

2007-12-08T05:41:00.000-08:00

A friend of mine, Julie who has a View from the Highlands, recently shared a thought-provoking twist on the Beatitudes. The version she posted centers around the home and mostly, the partnership of the two people leading it. Reading it caused me to remember yet another twist on the beloved Beatitudes that I came across on a homeschooling board a while ago. This one pertains more to the homemaker, although heaven knows it's good wisdom for any woman!

Blessed is she whose daily tasks are of love, for her willing hands and happy heart transform duty into joyous service to all her family and God.
Blessed is she who opens the door to welcome both stranger and friends, for gracious hospitality is a test of brotherly love.
Blessed is she who mends stockings and toys and broken hearts, for her understanding is a balm to her husband and children.
Blessed is she whom children love, for the love of a child is of greater value than fortune or fame.
Blessed is she who dusts away doubt and fear and sweeps away the cobwebs of confusion, for her faith will triumph over all adversity.
Blessed is she who serves laughter and smiles with every meal, for her cheerfulness is an aid to mental and physical digestion.
Blessed is she who introduces Jesus Christ to her children, for godly sons and daughters shall be her reward.
Blessed is she who preserves the sacredness of the Christian home, for hers is a divine trust that crowns her with dignity.