A Gentle Touch

Most of us are used to seeing at least a few large families filling the pews when we go to church. Maybe you are mothering a large family right now.

A mom of 8 that I used to know modeled a wonderful way of connecting with her children for me.

With 8 kids, it wasn't uncommon for her to be involved with one of them while another one was jumping up and down wanting to talk to her or tell her something.

Without ever letting her attention stray from the child who was already talking to her, she would simply place a hand on the other child's shoulder, letting him know that she knew he was there and that his turn was next.

This little tip helped her give each child the attention they needed, and I'm pretty sure they all felt equally important to her.

Gonna Need Grace