Psalm 139:14
Last night, H and I went to Walmart for some very last minute project supplies. I didn't even take two seconds to look at what she was wearing...until we were in the middle of the store. I couldn't help but chuckle as I realized she had on her school capris, and boots with just a peek of her knees showing. She looked silly, which is totally fine. We all look silly a lot of times!!!
I brought it to her attention that she should probably stray away from wearing boots and capris in the future, then I quickly wanted to take back my statement in fear that she may become self conscious for the remainder of our shopping trip. Boy, was I wrong.
This awkward 8 (almost 9) year old little girl had just taught me a lesson that I have failed to learn...or better yet, practice in my 26 years.
"Who cares? I like my boots, I like my pants, I don't see a problem...if someone else does, who cares? THEY are not wearing it, I am and I'm fine with it."
Proud Mommy moment! :)
So many times, we worry about what other people think. We let other people's opinions limit our choices and our capabilities. H was right! Who cares!?!
Through your entire life, people will point, stare, comment, belittle and pick you apart. It's just the way our cruel world has become. NEVER let it limit you, or what you can accomplish. God doesn't make mistakes. He made you, his masterpiece...curly hair, too many freckles to count, monkey toes and all!!! He has a plan. He knows you greater than the mislead people that try to break you!
Every morning from this point on, I will wake up, greet the morning and say "bring it on world!" Sometimes it's tough to remember how great you are in the middle of chaos, but if you ever start to forget:
"Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart"
Jeremiah 1:5
Thank you my beautiful, wise, awkward 8 (almost 9 ;)) year old for reminding me of a valuable lesson that I failed to pick up on many years ago.
I love you!
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