The Big Picture

Gentle Reminder

I watch my children struggle

Make choices they’ll regret

But when I try to intercede

The spirit cries “not yet!”

My aching heart grows heavy,

And I begin to pray

“I love them, Father, so much

There are not words to say.”

Then quietly the message comes

“I know, I love them too;

Though hard for you to understand

I love them more than you do.”

“How could that be?” I wonder

“You know, I am their mother;

I would give my life for them

I love them like no other.”

And patiently, He chastens me

“Remember, cherished daughter;

They’re yours because I sent them,

But I am still their Father.”

Such humility and gratitude I feel for Heavenly Father's wisdom. Parenting is the hardest thing I've ever done, but I'm so thankful for divine direction...and for those teaching moments that come when I've made a mistake, that help me do better.