I told Bry I pray for this....and he said "Well, that's your problem."
What???
He explained that since I am praying for patience, Heavenly Father is giving me situations to help me develop my patience.
Duh...I should have realized. I am not going to just all the sudden be super patient and calm in all situations, especially with parenting. I need to learn and practice.
I will continue to pray for help with my patience and parenting, but be more conscious of the situations I am given...and hopefully over time I will be able to develop this skill I so much desire! Some days are definitely harder than others...and boys will be boys, but I will keep on trying!
A good motivator for me is in parenting is the book "Christlike Parenting". I think it is time to give it another read. I love that book!
"Grant me patience Lord. But hurry!"
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Thank you for this!!! I find myself struggling with this as well most days!
How funny, my friend just reminded me the other day about this very concept. She swears she will never ask for patience again. What was that little quote on growing up? I remember seeing it regularly.
Sounds like a book I may need to check out. :)
I still am praying for patience. Then when they are teenagers and young adults you need patience on steriods. So it is good you are starting now! I just got your sweet note Meagan, you are so thoughtful. We will see you in a couple of weeks.
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