Small things. They don't often take much effort... often going overlooked. Yet they can change the world. A thoughtful word. Going the extra mile. It doesn't just change the world around you but chang... View MoreSmall things. They don't often take much effort... often going overlooked. Yet they can change the world. A thoughtful word. Going the extra mile. It doesn't just change the world around you but change the world within you.
"A man was asked to paint a boat. He brought his paint and brushes and began to paint the boat a bright red, as the owner asked him.
While painting, he noticed a small hole in the hull, and quietly repaired it.
When he finished painting, he received his money and left.
The next day, the owner of the boat came to the painter and presented him with a nice check, much higher than the payment for painting.
The painter was surprised and said “You've already paid me for painting the boat Sir!”
“But this is not for the paint job. It's for repairing the hole in the boat.”
“Ah! But it was such a small service... certainly it's not worth paying me such a high amount for something so insignificant.”
“My dear friend, you do not understand. Let me tell you what happened:
“When I asked you to paint the boat, I forgot to mention the hole.
“When the boat dried, my kids took the boat and went on a fishing trip.
“They did not know that there was a hole. I was not at home at that time.
“When I returned and noticed they had taken the boat, I was desperate because I remembered that the boat had a hole.
“Imagine my relief and joy when I saw them returning from fishing.
“Then, I examined the boat and found that you had repaired the hole!
“You see, now, what you did? You saved the life of my children! I do not have enough money to pay your 'small' good deed.”
So no matter who, when or how, continue to help, sustain, wipe tears, listen attentively, and carefully repair all the 'leaks' you find. You never know when one is in need of us, or when God holds a pleasant surprise for us to be helpful and important to someone.
Along the way, you may have repaired numerous 'boat holes' for several people without realizing how many lives you've save. ❤️
Between the insanity of the world, listing our home and going full time RV life... this is getting me through!
I homeschool for creative freedom... and I mean How cool is this!
Starting a new adventure!! Looking forward to sharing here!
Why is this SO hard to believe sometimes? Why are we so quick to judge ourselves harsher than we would EVER allow ourselves to judge others?
Its an ongoing battle for me. Always wishing I was stronge... View MoreWhy is this SO hard to believe sometimes? Why are we so quick to judge ourselves harsher than we would EVER allow ourselves to judge others?
Its an ongoing battle for me. Always wishing I was stronger, wiser, healthier, further along on any of the many journeys I find myself on... why is it never enough?
These past couple weeks I have focused hard on nipping the inner voice and criticism in the butt... and replacing with this. ON repeat, over and over again.
Taking back my mind, focusing on what is true, that I AM fearfully and wonderfully made. I am in this place and time for a reason, the struggles I face are not without purpose.
Remember this over the weekend friends. When your mind whispers you are not enough... shout back. I am fearfully and wonderfully made. I am known, I am seen, I am loved.
Steep in truth my friends! Happy Friday!
Got to spend a couple hours with this little man last week... and it was so much fun! Watching him dig deep into something he loves, power tools! Having him step up and lead and direct his mom with co... View MoreGot to spend a couple hours with this little man last week... and it was so much fun! Watching him dig deep into something he loves, power tools! Having him step up and lead and direct his mom with confidence was a beautiful thing to see!
It is interesting to me watching how his confidence comes with the risk. Hanging halfway out out a tree trying to clean out the bird house wasn't exactly comfortable... or even smart by most standards. But he did it.
Living dangerously, just to a point where there is risk to build confidence. It is so easy to guard them, put a safety net around them and protect them or just say "Ill do it". Yes, I was right there in case he fell, but with enough distance he had to figure it out on his own.
Do you allow your kids to walk along the "edge" and allow your children to fail? Over and over again. Fail and try again. Fail and try again. To grow stronger and confident in their ability and grit?
Thriving kids. Confident kids. That is what I desire to raise... EVEN if it sometimes means living on the edge myself.
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