DAY 2

I am so thankful for my parents!! I always new my parents were special, but as I have grown and my children are older I am realizing how special they are.  I would like to share a few things about them and the sacrifices they have made for us.

My Dad grew up in Bethany, NY - western NY near Buffalo. Mom grew up in Coudersport, PA - northern PA. They met in Bible College in Castille, NY.  We lived in PA until I was 9, then we moved to FL.  I have had so many people ask me why they moved.  This is one of the things I am most impressed and thankful for them doing for us.  My parents saw a need for something different for myself and 3 brothers and 1 sister.  Therefore, they started praying and looking for a job for Dad that would give us some new opportunities.  Dad found a job as a janitor of a Christian School in Jacksonville, FL.  So, they packed us up and moved us a 1,000 miles away to follow the Lord's leading.  I knew at the time it was hard for Mom to leave her family, but not till I moved to MI from FL did I realize how hard it really was.  They sacrificed SO much to give us what they felt God wanted for us. That move in their lives totally changed our futures forever -for the better. I have asked Mom is she ever regretted the move and she gives a good hearty NO.  We would not be who we are today had we not moved.  They are retired now and enjoying their grand kids and some traveling.  I pray the Lord will allow us many more years with them.

This heritage and memory makes me really think as a parent.  Do I really sacrifice for my kids? I am a stay at home/homeschooling Mom, but do I really do all I can for them. It is my responsibility as a parent to seek God for direction/wisdom.  James 1:5 If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.  Do I seek God daily for what I should do that is best for my children - school, play, correction, and quality time.  May I challenge you and myself today- seek God for what is best as a parent.  Make the hard choices and tough decisions to do the best for your children.  You will NEVER regret following God!!