We made smore's last night over the gas flame of the Wolf stove. Although the kids enjoyed it entirely, the gooey treats just didn't taste as good as i remembered they had "back in the day". I think it was the smell of the smokey campfire and the feel of crispy sun kissed cheeks and damp hair, and the breezy white capped sight of lake Michigan that I really missed. The memories of childhood can be so vivid sometimes can't they? 
I had a good childhood full of pleasant memories of an intact family that loved me, and protected me. I was taught to know and love God, obey his commandments, and follow his teaching. i am so grateful for that heritage and the gift it was to receive that knowledge at such a young age. I fear I often take it for granted and forget the blessing that my families' love, and an early commitment to my Savior has afforded me. I know my children will all have fond memories of their childhoods, already when Dakota comes home from college we reminisce about "the good ol' days" when he was a knobbie kneed serious toe headed boy with a fiercely competitive spirit. be warned young mothers that they do not always remember things exactly as you might, and not only the 'good times', if you know what I mean?? Although my three year old baby's memories will be very different then her 19 year old brothers, it is my hope that they will all look back with fondness at a time full of love and security, but more then that , one steeped in a love for our Almighty redeemer, Jesus.
I had a good childhood full of pleasant memories of an intact family that loved me, and protected me. I was taught to know and love God, obey his commandments, and follow his teaching. i am so grateful for that heritage and the gift it was to receive that knowledge at such a young age. I fear I often take it for granted and forget the blessing that my families' love, and an early commitment to my Savior has afforded me. I know my children will all have fond memories of their childhoods, already when Dakota comes home from college we reminisce about "the good ol' days" when he was a knobbie kneed serious toe headed boy with a fiercely competitive spirit. be warned young mothers that they do not always remember things exactly as you might, and not only the 'good times', if you know what I mean?? Although my three year old baby's memories will be very different then her 19 year old brothers, it is my hope that they will all look back with fondness at a time full of love and security, but more then that , one steeped in a love for our Almighty redeemer, Jesus.Oh God, You have taught me
from my youth,
And I still declare Your
wondrous deeds.
and even when I am old and
gray,do not forsake me,
Until I declare Your strength to
this generation,
Your power to all who are to come.
For your righteousness, O God,
reaches to the heavens,
You who have done great things:
O God who is like you?
Psalm 72: 17-19
2 comments:
The girls seem to have great time. I love childres laugh. I hope you are well. Hugs Mette
I love the smiles on the girls faces! Obviously having fun!
Last night, while going to sleep - I thought about your post and prayed that my girls would grow up remembering a childhood "steeped in a love for our Almighty redeemer, Jesus" - thank you.
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