Real Women

I’ve never watched an episode of any of the “Real Women” TV shows. I prefer to think about, reminisce on and count as life’s greatest blessings the “real women” in my life – our daughters.

These two special ladies rock our world. From strangle holds on new kittens and puppies, missing tails on rabbits, and the daily chore of feeding the catfish in our pond to gallons of mousse and hairspray, each new phase of their journey is etched into the walls of our home and into our memories.

When we moved to the country in l980, they survived being uprooted from city life and deposited squarely in the middle of nowhere. They made friends quickly, and our home was soon one of the gathering places for hay rides, youth activities, and just hanging out. We loved every minute.

When the time came, they were ready to assume their place in a world that was not protected or governed by Dad and Mom. Again they survived - and thrived. I love that they know who they are and have successfully pursued their God-given talents as career choices.

These special ladies are both amazing mothers entrusted with the lives of our three grandsons. (Introduced under the letter “G”.) They have a keen awareness of their special style for themselves and their homes. I learn so much from observing them and the great wisdom in their approach to life.

They put the twinkle in their dad’s eyes and warm my days with their phone calls. Fortunately, we live close enough to see each other fairly often, and they maintain a special friendship with each other.

The television shows have their reality, and we have ours. I’m very humble and thankful for these genuine young women.  

 "Many daughters have done nobly,

But you excel them all.”

(Proverbs 31:29, NASB.)