Hi ladies...
Just want to share with u too. Last Sat was a tiring day with me, my girl has been testing me whole day with her "No". It happened quite often since after her 3th birthday. I guess after my 2nd baby, it kind of impact her. I have less patience for her too.
We came home late after a day of struggle. Although I was very tired, I forced myself to read the book by Suzuki - highly recommended to read by the piano teacher. I thought it will be on the technique they use to teach piano, but it turns out to be more of a parenting philosophy. As I read the book, even though my body was weak, my spirit was strong. I realized I'm just a very typical mom, easy to anger. But the Lord showed me how to be a better mom for my kids, especially after today's episode with my girl.
"The talent of a child is not inborn. Any child has the sprout of possibility to grow. Ascertain the truth, nurture that sprout with overflowing love and make the flower of hope bloom. It depends upon how children are raised. The fate of a child is in the hands of the parents."
After completing the book, I went to my kids, who were sleeping, and gave a thankful prayer over them. In the morning, I went to Emma & apologized to her for being quick to anger and for spanking her. She turned to me & gave me a hug, saying sorry. I sensed the peace in my heart.
In church, God continue to impress me with His message.
1)When nagging doesn't work, just give up & let it to God.
2)Let your face radiate with God's glory that your children can see.
The phrase "See my finished work in your child" kept coming up to me. And I realized how much I need to let go & let God does His miracle in my children. All I have to do is just thank Him and let my children see God's glory on my face.
So far so good, though there are testing times. But each time I get a little prompting from the voice in me..change yourself and your children will image you.
A bit long here..
