L.O.V.E.

As my children grow and learn and live their lives - we are so often exposed to attitudes and ideas that don't reflect how we want to live our lives.  School has probably been the most difficult area for my children.  So many kids from so many different backgrounds.  So many bad choices made.  Sometimes, our family is exposed to people we are close to making poor decisions.  So heart-breaking!

We are trying to use these moments to teach our children - how we don't want to be.  Temper tamtrums, backtalking or just not showing love to each other.

I saw this on a blog post and it definitely touched me and shows what we are hoping to teach our children.  Sometimes it doesn't seem like nice matters - - but I believe LOVE will win in the end!

LEARN: Knowledge is power and we really want to stress learning all our children can, both temporally and spiritually. By learning we grow: academically, creatively, emotionally, etc.

ENJOY: POSITIVE ATTITUDE and being happy. Life is too good to be sad or hold on to negativity. Hopefully, our children can be a positive influence for others and radiate happiness everywhere they go, enjoying this precious gift we call life and living it to its fullest.

SERVE: Helping others. When we forget about ourselves and try to help however we can, we are happier and also bless others. This incorporates a truly selfless attitude, and also institutes hard work. Serving to the best of our abilities and at every opportunity possible.

RESPECT: Always being kind and respectful. Practing good manners and etiquette. Living with honor. Watching our thoughts, words, dress, and actions. Living appropriately.

 

I just LOVE it!!  I hope to make some sort of sign like this to incorporate into our home as a daily reminder!

 

Everyday - - the choice is ours!!!  Let's choose LOVE!