One thing I have noticed since I became a mother is that moms (me, you) we all need a little encouragement. We want to know that we're doing a good job, making a difference and that the little things we do for our children and families mean something big to them and matter.
There's so many differences and opinions these days on how to "mother" what you're supposed to do or not do it can really have your head spinning and you may feel like every other mom in the room is about to judge you for your choices and decisions.
I have felt these too.
I have felt the sting of opinions.
The ever flowing guilt that motherhood can bring.
There are days when I don't feel confident at all in my mothering skills, and other days when I feel like I'm super MOM and totally on top of the world!
To the mom who breast feeds, you're enough.
To the mom who formula feeds, you're enough.
To the mom who works outside of her home to help provide for her family, you're enough.
To the mom who stays at home, what you do is enough.
To the mom who just yelled at her kids five minutes ago and feels guilty because it came out all wrong, you're enough.
To the mom who is tired and feels like you will never find rest, you're enough.
Today I'm shouting from the rooftops this, and hoping that as mothers we all take a few moments to realize that you are enough. That you'd take a few moments to encourage that mom you see in the grocery store struggling with her kids.
Today, I'm saying this to myself over and over again.
And on days when I feel like I haven't an ounce left to give I pour myself a big cup of coffee, and ask Jesus for a lot of help along the way.
Though my heart and flesh may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever. Psalm 73:23
