crafting memories

I was blog hopping yesterday as I love to do and I came across an interesting post.  The woman said she thinks about the memories she wants her children to have and that helps her decide what's important to her.  It's a neat thought!  As mothers we are largely responsible for crafting our children's memories.  She listed some of the memories that she would like her children to have of her and their home.  I thought it would be a great little exercise so I came up with a few of my own.

I'd like my children to remember me...

• Reading my bible as a regular part of my day
• Praying often and without hesitation
• Looking and smelling nice and put together...maybe with one signature scent that they remember
• Cheerful, patient, kind
• Full of adventure!
• Hugging and loving on Jackson and honoring him with my words
• Diligent in my work at home

I'd like for my children to remember our home as...

• Cozy and warm with candles
• Un-cluttered and neat
• Filled with good music
• A place of peace and rest
• A place where all are welcome and hospitality is practiced

Think about it for yourself and if you don't have children, it could be a good exercise to do thinking of your husband!