Not all of us come from strong homes, but it doesn't mean we can't build a strong home for our kids. No matter who you are or where you are at in life, you have the choice to be a better parent. When I got pregnant my dad asked me how I would raise this little boy. I was still in high school with no money for college and it didn't look like I had a future with his dad. What was I going to do? My response is one that I held with me for the last 18 years. I have love and sometimes that just has to be enough! He laughed. I cried inside. He was right. I didn't have much to offer, but I can stand here and tell you now that in the end, it was love that conquered everything else. My son and I have lived in poverty and we have lived a comfortable life. Love existed in both instances. My love, patience, encouraging words, hugs, kisses, bedtime stories, homemade cards, smiles and thumbs up from across a sports field were always free. Sometimes hard, but always free. There were times I didn't know how I would put food on the table, but I always tried to make him feel loved. No matter what your upbringing, not matter what your situation, today choose love!
I Corinthians 13:8 - LOVE NEVER FAILS!
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