My son came out of his room a few months ago and said, “Mom can I buy a new bible?” He felt he had outgrown his ‘Boy’s Adventure Bible.’ I said, “No,” but quickly added, “It’s almost your birthday, let us buy it for you. Then we can get you a nice one.” He nodded and that was it.
We got him a nice leather bound Bible and had his name engraved on the front. A milestone gift. I still use the Bible my parents gave me when I turned sixteen. I decide to put a verse that I love with the inscription. Luke 2: 19 “But Mary treasured up all these things and pondered them in her heart.”
Mary, a mother, just like me. Mary watching her child grow in wonder. Mary, the most honoured of all mothers, behaving and loving like all mothers through all time.
God understands. He shows in this simply worded verse. Mother’s are not just for feeding, clothing, loving their children. We are a repository of their lives. We are the archivists of their history. We are the vault of all their treasures.
As a mother I am not parenting the Son of God, but I can share in Mary’s wonder and treasure up in my heart the beauty of the children that God did give us.
Roberta Writes 
I just got myself a new bible as my old one is falling apart, Richie bought it for me in 83. I like your words on motherhood. It also applies to grandmoherhood also. I pray everyday for my grandkids as I think they have a far more difficult world to grow up in than I did. It’s not black and white it’s grey which is far harder to discern what truth is. Thanks for your sharing your wisdom.
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Oh June, I have been thinking so much lately on the very important role that Grandparents play! That is a much ignored but super important relationship. Grandparents are the best!
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As a mother and grandmother, I have stored precious gems. They come unbidden, catch you by surprise and give a glimpse of the soul. For each grandchild I have a little cache of treasure that provides the assurance that God’s hand is upon them.
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Yeah! I do love the Grandmas!! What a treasure to watch a legacy of faith develop.
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