That trip across country with your boys must have been QUITE the adventure, Michele! One special memory for us occurred one Christmas morning over brunch with our three teenagers. No extended family happened to be present. My husband asked our children what God had done for them that year. Our oldest said God had helped him be more focused and motivated at school. Our daughter said God had helped her have better self-esteem and feel happier after a summer mission trip. Our youngest said he was thankful to be going to a good school. It was a sweet time of family togetherness and celebrating God's impact in our children's lives. (I'm so thankful this is recorded in my notebook-journal, so I can refresh my memory on the details!)
What precious memories, Michele! And I’m glad you are sharing your love for Christ and writing with others. I’m confident the listeners were (or will be) encouraged!
Michele, one of my favorite mothering moments mirrors yours. When my first three kids (two more came later in foster care) were 12, 10, and 8, we borrowed a pop-up camper and spent five weeks on a cross-country trip visiting the national parks. The kids are now in their late 30/s/ early 40s but they still talk about it. I'm sure they will do this one day with their kids as well.
Yes, they probably will, and isn’t it just the highest compliment when our kids repeat something on purpose that we did? I love that this experience is part of your memory bank too!
This brought back memories of the cross-country trips we've taken with our kids over the years. Those memories are priceless for us and them. Thanks for your podcast list. I'm familiar with a few and will be checking in on others you listed.
That trip across country with your boys must have been QUITE the adventure, Michele! One special memory for us occurred one Christmas morning over brunch with our three teenagers. No extended family happened to be present. My husband asked our children what God had done for them that year. Our oldest said God had helped him be more focused and motivated at school. Our daughter said God had helped her have better self-esteem and feel happier after a summer mission trip. Our youngest said he was thankful to be going to a good school. It was a sweet time of family togetherness and celebrating God's impact in our children's lives. (I'm so thankful this is recorded in my notebook-journal, so I can refresh my memory on the details!)
Your notebook is a treasure and I wish I had taken down more details! The memories are precious.
What precious memories, Michele! And I’m glad you are sharing your love for Christ and writing with others. I’m confident the listeners were (or will be) encouraged!
Aw, that’s so generous and encouraging! Thank you for reading!
Michele, one of my favorite mothering moments mirrors yours. When my first three kids (two more came later in foster care) were 12, 10, and 8, we borrowed a pop-up camper and spent five weeks on a cross-country trip visiting the national parks. The kids are now in their late 30/s/ early 40s but they still talk about it. I'm sure they will do this one day with their kids as well.
Yes, they probably will, and isn’t it just the highest compliment when our kids repeat something on purpose that we did? I love that this experience is part of your memory bank too!
Terrific podcast list, Michele. Thanks!
Thank you for reading!
This brought back memories of the cross-country trips we've taken with our kids over the years. Those memories are priceless for us and them. Thanks for your podcast list. I'm familiar with a few and will be checking in on others you listed.
Family trips definitely become a better memory every year!