Mother's Day, Part II

Although I had dreaded speaking today, it actually was a blessing to be able to reflect on and learn more about the role I hold so dear! I have a million and one quotes I could share, but I was drawn to a particular thought that I closed my talk with. I thought a lot about the words of Queen Esther during my preparation. I feel like there are a few things I’ve accomplished so far in my life that I’m pretty proud of. I hope that after a lifetime of living, there will be many more things I may add to the list of things I’ve worked hard at and been successful at. But regardless of education, hours of service, callings held, instruments played, I know that the years I’m in right now are some of the most important, if not THE most important of my entire life. Regardless of anything else, I wonder as Mordecai wondered of Esther, “Who knowest whether thou art come to the kingdom for such a time as this?” This is my time to enjoy the blessings and growth that comes through motherhood. Although motherhood is an eternal role, the crucial years with my kids is right now. It's overwhelming and scary and wonderful all rolled into one. Out of all the things I may do in my life, who knows whether I've come to earth for just this opportunity- the chance to be at home and raise my children? I pray that I can do my kids right. Heavenly Father has trusted them in my care. This is my chance to prove to Him and to them that I can be trusted.