Little Seneca has been waking up about an hour and a half earlier than she needs to eat in the mornings, which I have let be frustrating the last while, but today I decided to embrace it. I figured as long as I was going to lay in bed awake, I might as well be up getting something done. She started fussing this morning and after checking on her, I took my new Book of Mormon study materials and my new notebook journaling how I see the hand of the Lord in my life downstairs and settled in. Of course Senny went right back to sleep today and I could have stayed in bed, but I'm so glad I had that peaceful time to myself today.
After Elder Eyring's conference talk in the Sunday morning session, I have been recording one thing each day that manifests that I know the hand of the Lord is in my life. Sometimes it's very simple, but I want my children to know that I am aware of the blessings our Father in Heaven gives us on a daily basis. It is also a good reminder for me to look for these times when Heaven is present and I normally don't notice. We had a unique experience with Seneca while in San Diego with a friend of DaNae's that went hand in hand with some of the things I've been learning about energy work and the negative stuff we hold onto without even knowing it. It is a bit confusing and personal to detail, but in short, we were able to witness Seneca simulating her birth experience and release the tensions she was holding onto. We also had it confirmed by one who can see her energy flow very clearly that she exudes an exceptional amount of positive light, which we all have felt deeply since she joined us. I needed a few quiet moments to document the experience and the feelings I had while witnessing it.
I also needed a few minutes to dive into my new Book of Mormon study guide that was recommended a while ago by Amy on her blog. Last night for family night we had a sweet moment as Denten explained to Cooper what the Book of Mormon is and that it is different from all of his other books. He explained that it came from our Heavenly Father and is about our Savior. We read to Cooper from a children's scripture book each night, but I feel that I needed a recommitment to my personal study, both for myself and for my family. While I often fight getting out of bed in the morning, I have a peace and determination about me when I take that time for myself. Here's to more children sleeping in in the morning!
5 comments:
I love this entry! I am frequently, ok, routinely inspired by how you live and it lifts me to recomitt to being a better mom/wife/self. I was also very moved by Elder Eyring's talk. There is so much joy to record each day, especially in the little things that color each hour. They are gift from God. SO glad I count you among the best friends in my life.
This is something I have been working on too. I got the Book of Morman made easy books for my birthday and I love them.
I loved this talk as well and found it inspirational that he would create such a legacy for his children with those simple daily thoughts! So fantastic that you are doing that!
Thanks for reminding me about Elder Eyring's talk. When he was speaking I made a mental note, and than promptly forgot. I thought that that was something simple I could do every day. I surely see the Lord's hand daily when I am left to contemplate. So good job for remembering and grasping that early morning moment.
I also loved your lego land pictures. You guys look great.
Wow! Again I'm very impressed. I loved Elder Eyring's talk. So simple but it can have such an impact on how you end your day. I also can't believe you have the energy to get up earlier than your kids. I wish I could.
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