Motherhood is Divine

I love the word divine. It is such a beautiful and Heavenly word. The other day, a friend used the word "divine" to describe me. In that moment, I realized how truly wonderful that word is. As I contemplated her compliment, it caused me to look deep, and remember who I really am.

She said: "You are simply divine in all aspects."  

When she said it, I felt it.

I felt divine.

Feeling divine is a beautiful thing.

When I feel divine, I am able to blast past all of my mortal weaknesses, and allow Heaven to permeate my soul. I can feel something deep down inside of me, something powerful, something regal. The very fibers of my Royal heritage seem to come to the surface, reminding me of who I really am; a daughter of God.

I am Divine.

I am the offspring of The Heavenly King.

I feel the most divine when it comes to my role as a mother.

"Motherhood is near to divinity. It is the highest, holiest service to be assumed by mankind. It places her who honors its holy calling and service next to the angels.” - The First Presidency 

I have come to understand that true motherhood extends far beyond those who bear children. Motherhood is so much more than giving birth. Some of the most motherly women I know have not given birth to children of their own; but they mother all they come in contact with, through their warmth, kindness, and ability to give unselfish service.

I love motherly women. I love them so much.

I have had to work on my mother heart over time. I am a work in progress. I am always learning, always growing. I was never the babysitting type, or the kind of person who would want to hold your baby when I was teenager. Some women seem to be naturally inclined towards such loving behavior; for me it has had to be learned, as I stretch and grow in the trenches of parenthood.

I think one of the most challenging things for me as a mother, is to remember to be in the moment. So much of the time it is a hustle and bustle of activity, and managing four children with two hands.

It's handy that I can do four things at once... sometimes five things, if I am chewing gum.

I am a widowed mother, and so that adds yet another level of education for me. I get to fulfill the duties that normally requires two people.

Thank goodness for prayer, and miracles -- lots and lots of miracles!

I am so grateful to have such helpful children. I think Charles knew I would be OK, because I have such strong children to walk with me on this journey of life.

I have Sammi for encouragement and sunshine.

I have Daniel for strength and wisdom.

I have William for "kicks and giggles" (as he likes to say).

I have Henry to keep me on my toes at all times.

Together we can do anything! 

I have just had these surges of gratitude flow through my veins for the last little while. I am so grateful. As I think of Charles, the children, and all that I have been blessed with in my life, I feel extremely overwhelmed with joy and gladness.

Life is challenging, but sweet.

I am learning to embrace the sweetness of the challenge.

I am learning to see the divinity in the little moments of life.

These moments are just the beginning of forever as a family!

Hooray!