Two of Three

As many of you know I love to read.    A few months ago I finished reading the Ember books.  A very good series for a young reader.  (6-8th grade)   I was at a loss as to what to read next so I picked up an old stand by “Out of the Silent Planet” by C.S. Lewis.  I love Sci-fi and Fantasy books in general but after I read the Lewis book I received a book as gift called “Family Driven Faith” and it has been a joy to read!  I highly recommend it.  It’s not only a good message but is very well written.  I posted about a book a while ago and although I learned from what the book was saying the writing was atrocious.  Anyway this book by Voddie Baucham Jr. is awesome.  It talks about putting family first on your priority list and teaching the Word everyday by living it out for your kids.  I am only about half way through it because on my way to work one day I randomly caught a book review and it sounded interesting.  So, I got the book and started reading it.  (If you don’t know this about me I am usually reading about 4-5 books at a time.) The book that interrupted is called “In Praise of Stay-at-Home Moms” by Dr. Laura Schlessinger.  I cannot say enough good things about this book. It has encouraged me in my decision to only work part time.  It has given me a new found respect for mothers who stay home and take care of the entire family.  It points out the difference between the male role and female role in the family without devaluing either, “Masculinity and femininity are of equal value-let us learn to respect and embrace the uniqueness of each.”  (p. 89) This book has changed the way I look at “chores” and all domestic tasks.  I think as women we are told we can do and be anything which is great but I also think that if you just want to be a mom to your kids that is ok.   When did it become not ok?  It’s a freaking hard job people.  Just read the book and you’ll get what I am saying.  Anyway if any of you have a book you’d like to recommend let me know.  Personally,  I am looking forward to this girls autobiography to come out:)

Disclaimer: My mom worked, Dan’s mom worked I do not think it is bad to be a working mom.  We turned out pretty fabulous and both our mom’s worked:)