People always tell you, "its just a stage." She will grow out of it. Things will get better. Just keep on keeping on. But, I must confess as a Mother of a feisty four year old, I am not always convinced of this. One stage has only moved to another stage and then another and another. There is always something that I am wondering, "is this normal?" Most of the time I don't really figure out if it is normal or not. But, I do usually just keep on loving and disciplining the best I know how. Sometimes there is success but most of the time, I just wonder if what I am doing will ever make a difference. On my way out of this session, we had a conversation about what is normal four year old behavior and what is not. Who knows what is normal? But, to be honest, I am just not sure I really want my child to be "normal." I want both my children to learn to be them. Their differences, weaknesses, strengths, and all that makes up who they are as an individual. And, in learning who they are, we will come across struggle as parents. I am coming to the realization that struggle is good. It means that our children are growing and developing into their own self. And, as they grow, you will find me on my knees praying that God will grow my children's self into one that resembles His own heart.

Now I know for sure that this family is doing a great job raising their two girls. Sweet (almost four year old) Virginia can melt you with her smile and is definitely learning to grow into her own self. And, it doesn't hurt that they are all just beautiful people. So, I hope you enjoy this small glimpse into our time together!

Keep on struggling... we are in it together!