> So be quick, or at least consistent, in
> posting positive feedback. But be very slow
> on the trigger (better yet, don't even carry
> a loaded gun) when it comes to negative
> feedback.

***John, what a very powerful and thought provoking story. It reminds me how important it is, as you said, to remember to count your blessings.....daily, hourly, moment by moment.

My back has been bugging me lately, and today when I picked Emma up at the church nursery, she wanted to be picked up. She is 3 years old and 36 pounds. I could say, "No, you are a big girl! Walk!" but instead I chose to take the time to position myself, lift her correctly, and carry her, snuggling her sweet little self all the way to the car. Katherine, my 8 year old could carry my Bible and papers and stuff.

Emma won't ALWAYS want to be snuggled and carried and babied. After all, my oldest child is about to run to the store on an errand! :-)

Thanks for the reminder....I will continue to count my blessings.

With Purpose and Passion,

JULIE