Book: “Speaking Mom-ese” by Lisa Whelchel
This book was given to me after I had the girls, Speaking Mom-ese by Lisa Whelchel. The first few months after the girls were born were a blur after having 12 weeks of bed rest, followed by an early delivery, complications, and time in the NICU. It was encouraging to have a devotional from a Mom’s perspective even though a lot of the stories were regarding older kids. The devotionals were short, sweet, and hit home during those exhausting months. Since then I have gone through the book again and different devotionals touched my heart this time around.
Raising Young Children Together
Yesterday, I had the privilege of attending a local area MOPS group. The topic was on “Honoring Your Parents”. Many times we think this is a topic for our children, however, it continues to have applications for us as adults when interacting with our parents and in-laws. We all grew up in different homes and have encountered a variety of situations throughout our lives. Every one of us is on a our own journey and we need God’s grace to get us through each day. He is continuing to do great things in our lives as well as in the hearts and lives of people around us. When our hearts are changed it should have an effect on the relationships in our lives (including our immediate and extended family). The decisions that both parents, extended family, and friends make impacts on the lives of our kids. Are our reactions helping or hurting others? What a great message! Thanks Jay!
If you are a Mom of young children I encourage you to check out a MOPS program in your area. Being a Mom of little ones is a busy season in our lives so having the opportunity to spend time with other Moms is a true blessing. Surrounding yourself with Moms going through a similar stage in life uplifts the spirit and provides a common bond.
What is MOPS? The initials stand for “Mothers of Preschoolers”. Any Mom that is pregnant or has kids up through kindergarten is welcome to participate in a MOPS program. The goal is to bring Moms together to have fun, encourage each other, and be the best Moms we can be. Click here to find a MOPS group located near you. I hope you enjoy your time of fellowship with Moms in your area!
More information about the organization can be found on the MOPS website.
No referrals are received by sharing this information. This information is to help encourage Moms as they raise little ones. I cannot guarantee that every group will be perfect and/or tailored to your specific needs. It has been beneficial for me and I hope it will be for your family as well. Please contact MOPS directly for more detailed information on MOPS and for a list of groups in your area.
