Shine

Hey there, Mama. It's happened before, I know, and it will always happen. Not everyone is going to be your biggest fan, not even people close to you. Siblings, In-laws, That Woman at Church or School or Co-op . . . and it won't hurt any less just because it happens one more time. You know what, though? You don't let that stop you. It is not your responsibility to win the approval of others. Be the best you can be, for your own sake, for your child, for God. Shine for Him, not for others around you! He made you to be HIS! to know and reflect His Beauty, Truth, Goodness and Love in a way that only you can. I know it's hard, but don't worry if others can't see it. He can! And you know who else does? You'd better believe it! Those little munchkins of yours see it, too. And it's the truth--you really are worth that much love!