This picture was taken in Plymouth, MA. I am standing, with my young children, in front of the Pilgrim Mother statue. I love the Lord with all my heart and gazing at this statue of a MOTHER made my spirit soar and pray to God for the strength and wisdom to honor him as I raise my precious children, these gifts from God to me.
This inspiring quote was on it: “They brought up their families in sturdy virtue and a living faith in God without which nations perish”
I’ve thought about this quote so much that it actually comes to my mind quite often now. Can you believe these words are engraved on a public monument in our nation? “A LIVING FAITH IN GOD, WITHOUT WHICH NATIONS PERISH” (!)
Motherhood is IMPORTANT and HONORABLE and OF GOD! Think about that today, while you’re folding all those clothes, smiling, & passing out hugs, back scratches, and popcycles!
Much love to you all~ Shanda
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Thanks! I needed that last night while folding laundry!! I will try to remember it for next time
Just lovely! Thanks for the little *pick me up* as I begin another morning of being a momma!
wonderful picture of you guys – i can’t believe your oldest is almost as tall as you!! when did that happen? he seems to have shot up over night.wow.. yes, to think that quote is on a public statue. my, how times have changed!thanks for the reminder of the special calling God’s given us as moms.
Lovely! Thanks for the encouragement! May God bless you and your family with a great day! ~ Deborah
What a wonderful blog to start my day off! Yes, I must indeed think of this quote tonight as i do my mounds of laundry and cook dinner 🙂 Thank you for brightening my day! Hope you and your family have a wonderful day!!
Okay Ethan’s crocs cracked me up! LOL!!!! The entire shot is all coordinated and perfect and then there are those crocs, I am dying to call you and bust you about it! Grace looks so stylish in the boots.I of course love the quote, it made me think of The Duties of Darents by Ryle and also The Wisdom of Fenelon:”We must, however, without pressing children too much, sweetly convert the first dawn of their reason to the knowledge of God; and gently insinuate into their tender minds a firm conviction of the truths of the Scriptures” –fenelonI hope you are hvaing a beautiful day!!
Thanks I needed that reminder today. I am so tired and needed a word of encouragement. 🙂 Blessings to you and yours.
love it! you’re inspiring; great reminder for all us moms!hugs..~R
What a great picture of you all! I love the quote, that is so inspiring, and what a wonderful reminder to us as mothers. Have a wonderful day! Jenny
Thanks for that reminder. Motherhood is truly a blessing and an huge responsibility. I’m glad that the Lord felt that I was capable for the task.
Wonderful quote. Beautiful family.
Thanks Shanda…Was having a HORRIBLE day I desperately needed to read your post today.It was God breathed for me. I just felt a breathe of fresh air blown through me. I will rest in peace tonight andstart a fresh new day tomorrow!Blessings,Angie Warren
Wow, I love that quote, and I love the picture! Most of all, I love you guys. 🙂 ❤
I’m so glad for this reminder!!! My what a day it was. So glad you posted this. Jessye
WOW! That is an incredible statement, and totally true! Isn’t there also some saying about, “The hand that rocks the cradle rules the world.”? Godly mothers are so important! We have a great deal of influence in determining the course of our children’s lives, and even the course of our nation! Motherhood is a high calling! I applaud all women who see this calling the way it is mentioned on that stone! Blessings on your laundry folding,nose wiping, refereeing, teaching, loving and negotiating. May HIS strength be your strength. May HIS wisdom be your guide. HUGS!
Hi Shanda,
I was showing my family your photo above and noticed Grace’s boots. Too cute. She’s ready for action I see. We have a miss Grace too. She is 12 yrs old and has 3 older brothers and 2 younger brothers. She’s a tough one and always on the go.
Great shot~ Cinnamon
Shanda,We were just watching home movies this past weekend and I have this same picture. I know right where you guys were. I love that spot. Someday, we should take a field trip together. I’d love to have our kiddos “reconnect.” I think they’d have fun together. Thank you for your wise words of wisdome! You’re such a breath of fresh air! Have a wonderful mommying day!
The combination of excellent and beautifully done. I didn’t even know about this statue but there is something in me that makes me want to weep thinking about it. Oh how our nation needs to find her heart again.
Very nice. And that is a lovely picture of your family!
thank you for the timely reminder… just finished folding 4 loads of laundry!! :)and I have been dealing with a fever sharing itself with each kid!!
Hey Shan,Just saw your comment on my blog. I love the fall activity idea of pumpkins and cider! Let’s look at our calendars. -I’ll e-mail you.PS oops, I spelled “wisdom” wrong. -of all the words to spell wrong…lol! :o)