July 25

My kiddos spend a lot of time bickering. A lot. As a result, I spend a lot of time feeling utterly incompetent as a parent. So it means a great deal to me when someone takes the time to tell me something positive about one of said munchkins.

I was really gratified when that happened just a little while ago. The mom of Isaac's VBS youth leader PM'd me to say that her son enjoyed working with him. It did my heart good to hear that bit of good news. Aside from the obivious ego boost, it also gave me a little faith that despite my failings, my kids are --and will continue to be-- good people who are pleasant to be around.

And when I'm feeling down like I have been, that kind of news is music to my soul.