Sweet Dreams

I went in to check on my little dears before heading to bed this evening and was thinking how peaceful they are when they are sleeping! I'm sure I'm not supposed to have that bear in Barrett's bed, but isn't that so sweet how he's got his arm around him? He was breathing, I checked! The day wasn't too crazy, but there are days when I want to pull my hair out and watching them sleep just brings me such peace. It helps me remember that all is well with my soul and that the Lord is watching over them, and me. Steve and I can't do this parenting thing alone, that's for sure! I read something the other day that I thought was profound-God is the perfect parent and He certainly doesn't have perfect kids! Wow! I hadn't really thought of that. I often have the prideful desire to be the best parent and to have the best kids, but God has been working on me lately showing me that my kids are not a reflection of me and my parenting skills, or lack thereof at times. He loves them even more than I do, and He is watching out for them and working on their little hearts every moment! Now, THAT brings me peace!