You never stop learning...

I 've always wanted to be a mommy one day. I really do love children. However, it wasn't until recently that I have a deep desire to have a family in the future. What a privilege it would be...to raise children for God's glory!

This is why I am thankful for the opportunities I've had to baby-sit/ nanny over the years. Baby-sitting has allowed me to learn how to discipline and love as Christ would. I am far from knowing what it means to be a mom. However, my mom graciously reminded me the other day that you never stop learning as a parent. When you stop learning, you stop being affective and humble before the Lord.

What made me realize that parenting is a difficult task? Well, it was through a sweet boy, Matthew that I baby-sit (or as he would like to say "kid-sit") twice a week. Matthew loves baseball and he is good! Needless to say, Matthew loves to be outside and active.

The other day, Matthew was begging for me to pitch to him. Lets face it...I've never been Miss Athlete. As much as I try, God just didn't make me that way. However, I was willing to play a little ball with Matthew. So, we head outside and I began to pitch to him. It started out pretty well. I was actually decent at pitching to him and he was making some great hits. Then, the tables turned.

The ball we were using was a little too light. So, I suggested we get a harder ball. He hesitated but then said okay. He picked up a tennis ball and I began to pitch to him using the tennis ball instead. Next thing you know, he slams the ball and where does it go? Yep, it hits me right in the nose. All I can say is this boy knows how to hit a home run!

Now Matthew had no intention of hurting me so I was trying my best to not make it a big deal. However, the blood started coming and I knew I wouldn't be able to hide how much it hurt. Matthew was so sweet as he rushed in to get me paper towels and make sure I was okay.

I am happy to report that my nose fine and I lived to tell the tale!:) Looking back, it was a comical experience. God has a sense of humor! I am doomed if I have all boys. Nonetheless, thanks to my mom, she reminded me that I will never stop learning and God will give me the strength that I need (or I will toughen up in the process)! Here are a couple pictures of Matthew and Megan. They are great kids and I enjoy kid-sitting them!