As I was reading a bit ago, I was taken by what James Bryant Smith wrote in his book, The Good and Beautiful Life:
“Many parents are dogmatic, impose unfair restrictions, ridicule things their children take seriously and make insulting references about their friends. It should come as no surprise that our children prefer the company of friends and families where they aren’t judged and condemned.”
It is not a new thought, but it is a convicting one for me as a parent. After I read it, I realized that there is still so much about parenting that I need to learn. And as my child gets older and develops friendships, there is still more I need to know and learn.
The other thought I had was that I wanted to start blogging again. I need a way to process my thoughts regarding parenthood and some of the things I am experiencing as a father, specifically as a Jesus-following father. So I guess I will try writing again and processing some thoughts.
