Emma has a puppy that she is trying to train, he is a golden retriever. He is ALL PUPPY! Our yard stays a mess, he’s dug out flower pots, torments the cats and he keeps retrieving toys from the neighbors yard to our yard…funny, but not funny! Last week Emma caught him pestering the cats, she came in and said, "I just don’t think he is worth it." I had to laugh!!! How many times on a bad day do we wonder if all the hard work of diligent parenting is worth it? Will they ever grow into responsible adults?
God is so good to continually bring us opportunities to grow and learn from each other…and even from our puppy, who will be a faithful, obedient dog one day as we love him, train him and discipline him!
Remember THIS TOO SHALL PASS!
Kathy
writer, video producer, wife and mother at Teaching Good Things
Titus 2:3 says that we are to be
"...teachers of good things...".
We believe that part of these good things are practical skills that we all need in every day life to care for our family and neighbors.
One of our primary responsibilities as parents is equip our children with the skills and tools to one day be productive, well rounded adults. Children need to be exposed to many different areas of work. Not only should they know how to work, but they should want to work.
May the favor of the Lord our God rest upon us;
establish the work of our hands for us-
yes, establish the work of our hands.
Psalm 90:17
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Category: Diligence
KiM Matlock says:
AWWWW… he’s SOOOOO CUTE! That last quote “this too shall pass” is sobering.
I keep trying to remember it so that I can cherish every day with my little fellas.
Patty Marr says:
Thanks for the great reminder. We just adopted a 1 yr old black lab, and in the hard work of training now. Sometimes wanting a pet seems ‘frivolous’ but there are good lessons in God’s creations. Funny how dog training advice is more ‘Biblical’ than most child-rearing advice these days.
Peg says:
what a timely message! we are *preparing* for the arrival of a puppy. it’s been interesting to watch our 13 year old son hone in on his “parenting/training” skills.
Kathy says:
Good point Patty!