14 lessons for mothers

14 Lessons for Mothers 1. Children are not adults. They should not be expected to act like one or be given the burdens of adults.

2. Learning patience is an ongoing process.

Motherhood has no limit to the types of issues that require patience.

3. Children are a reflection of us. A sobering truth as well as a blessed truth!

4. A child's personality can't be changed. Character is built through correction and discipline.

5. Boys make lots and lots of noise. Another area patience needs to grow in.

6. Toddlers and teenagers are very similar. Both want independence. Both can be dramatic over the small things.

7. Having a spotless home is an illusion. We would have to do nothing but clean to reach this reality.

8. Being tired goes with the territory. Sure, there are different phases of tired, but it's all part of motherhood.

9. Taking care of yourself is not an option, it's a requirement.

It is necessary for a mom to be at her best.

10. Children don't need constant entertainment. What a weight that would be! Complaining leads to cleaning.

11. Work your hobby into life with your children. It's surprising and exciting to see how children will respond to mom having a gift she hones!

12. Children are super forgiving. Truly, they can t each us a lot about grace if we pay attention.

13. Motherhood is an excellent refining process.

If only we are willing to grow and heed it's fire.

14. Motherhood goes fast. Believe what they tell you and soak up each moment and each day.