Men

As I watched my boys from our side yard learn to maneuver this large piece of machinery I caught a lump in my throat.
They are becoming men.  No longer am I tripping over cars, legos and the latest action figure.
When did this happen?  I mean I was there and I have been watching.
But today as I admired I got a glimpse. Of a man.
Austin is almost as tall as Dad.

Who cries watching their son mow a field?

I do. 

                                                                                   

What is this world going to look like for them?

And this momma prayed.

Prayed that I could Love them.
Prepare them.
That I could be strong and courageous~
so that they would be.

That I could be thankful for
ALL of the moments in life.
Finally learn to be content- with myself,
with all I have.......to trust only in my God.

So they would learn to be thankful - everyday...... and learn                                                      
To be content.
That they would understand trust.

God, help me.

Teach me everyday.

Because if I don't go after it
and possess it,
How can I possibly
teach it to them?

To these men in training who are entrusted to me.

My beautiful sons.

Each day is a gift.
Oh, to live that way!
Help me, God!

I am so thankful for moments such as these that I can reflect.  Ponder really, on all that I have and all that I want to be ~ for my men. 
(my girl too, but that is another blog!)