I had intentions of writing about other things tonight. World Water day is tomorrow, a few pictures from the past couple days, a big cupcake sale coming up. Instead I just have to take a minute to record for my memory the evening I shared with my son. I've mentioned before we're feeling the growing pains of a young boy quickly approaching the teen years. If you ask, he will proudly declare himself a tween. However, I don't believe you're officially a tween until age twelve which he has three months yet to go. I would love to say the struggles with our oldest is just a season but let's be honest, it's been one very long winter. Like 11 years long. Sam came out full of life and has been in constant motion ever since. You can call it hyper, energetic, impulsive, wild, passionate, spontaneous, fearless, reckless. Whatever you choose to call it...it's hard to parent. Rock and I so often feel like we've completely dropped the ball with this kiddo. And then just when I'm feeling so totally exhausted I have this night. This talk. A heart to heart that reminds me we're not doing so bad. He's a kid and he's gonna goof up....over and over again. And as his parents we're going to goof up....over and over again. All those characteristics my son possesses are good qualities. No, GREAT qualities. He is spirited, energetic, driven, courageous and enthusiastic. Tonight while we lay in his bed and talked and talked and talked some more I realized how blessed I am that he wants to talk to me. That he eagerly shares his heart with me. There is no shame in his emotions or his thoughts. He still chooses to confide in me and actually enjoys my company. I'll take it. I'll take it for as long as he's willing to share this with me.
There is an enduring tenderness in the love of a mother to a son that transcends all other affections of the heart.
– Washington Irving
Circa 2005
5 comments:
Oh, boys...
Take heart, I have a classroom full of boys much like your son! :)
Isn't it neat to think that God can turn those "challening characteristics" you see in your son into zealousness for Him?
PS-I may be calling you for help if we get referred a boy :).
Awesome post, Shannon. Reread the traits you wrote about your son - they ARE amazing gifts that he can use wisely to make a huge impact for himself, and for others. Keep loving him deeply. He will do great!!
Ooooooh GOSH, Shannon!! You got me ALL teary!!! YAY for moments like these!♥ LOVE that Sam totally still digs talking to his CRAZY Momma!! ...and I'm sure he always will. :) He is such a COOOOL KID! ....and you are ONE COOOOOL Momaseeeeta!! ♥
It's like watching my future... hahaha I hope and pray for moments like these with my spirited boy one day! Thanks for being such an encouragement, Shan. You guys are doing a GREAT job, hang in there!!!!! God has such big plans for that sweet, tender-hearted boy with the spunky spirit! One day he'll be showing Goose the ropes... I can't wait. Love you!!!!
PS- Awesome water pic on your newest post... you are getting fannnncy!!!
I loved this post! It's encouraging (to this mom of boys ages 6 and 3) and gives me hope! :) Isn't it funny that sometimes the sweetest moments are the most simple?
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