Second Chances

I'm realizing more and more what a blessing grandchildren are.

They are God's way of giving us second chances for the mess-ups we made with our kids.

I always tried to be a good mom, even so - I know I made a lot of mistakes.

But my kids were always a priority...for my husband, too. I think that's important. 

Still, I was nervous and impatient. 

I thought my house had to be spotless and our children had to behave perfectly.

I would freak out if they got off their schedule.

My husband and I were always wondering if we were raising them right. 

We were strict but we realized the importance of laying a good foundation 

while they were young, and consequently, when they got into the teenage years 

it was not a nightmare...it does not have to be!

But I see with our grandchildren that I am

-way more patient

- more relaxed about what doesn't get done when they are around

- realize that things don't matter...only people matter

- realize how incredibly fast the years go by

although, my husband and I were conscious of that when we were raising our kids

still, as a grandparent, you look at life with a different perspective.

I hope my children forgive me for the mistakes I've made along the way.

They will be better at those things but they will still make mistakes of their own.

That's life I suppose.

Thank you, Jesus, for my family!