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Future Mr. Perfect

I was shopping at Old Navy a few weeks ago(in the clearance section since we are on the cash envelope system) and stumbled upon the most adorable pajamas for Tyler. The top reads (future)Mr. Perfect!! I giggled as I put them in the cart because of course, I as Tyler's mom believe him to be quite the catch even at 3. When I put the new jammies on Tyler that evening, I began really thinking about that phrase and Tyler's future. Oh, how I want him to be the perfect mate for an amazing girl someday. I started praying that evening that God would keep Tyler pure and that Blake and I will set a good example of what a strong marriage looks like. I also began praying for Tyler's future wife, and that the Lord would also protect her and bestow His favor on her.

Shortly after I met my mother-in-law, Sandie, she told me that she had been praying for me since Blake was a little boy. It was so awesome to know that a woman who had never met me was praying for my protection and purity. And now here I sit on the other side of the table as a mom who so desperately wants the best of life for her little boy. The words of an old Wayne Watson song are suddenly flooding my brain.

"And I don't even know her name, but I am praying for her just the same,
That the Lord will write His name upon her heart.
'Cuz somewhere in the course of this life, my little boy will need a godly wife.
So hold on to Jesus, baby wherever you are!"

Comments

Evan said…
Tyler is so lucky to have parents like you and Blake, I know that ya'll will set a great example for him and that when his time comes he WILL be Mr. Perfect for some lucky gal.
I've got to stop reading your blog...you make me cry too much.
April 28, 2008 at 8:14 PM
Momma Tilly said…
Ok, well you are totally up on my blogroll as well. I am loving all of it!!
April 28, 2008 at 9:16 PM
Anonymous said…
I love your blog... and the name of it, too! You have such a heart for your kids. Way to go on the 10K - you are looking amazing, girlfriend!
April 28, 2008 at 10:10 PM
Anonymous said…
Oh yes, I almost forgot to thank you for encouraging me on my new blog. :-)
April 28, 2008 at 10:14 PM
The McGintys said…
I love this post! I think it is sooooo important to pray for your kids for things like that, even this early. Your prayers and requests will be made known to God! The person they marry, I think is the 2nd most important decision after accepting Christ that a person makes. You are such a good mommy! Only 23 more days till we get to see ya'll!!!!
April 29, 2008 at 12:33 PM
Anonymous said…
Of course! What an honor!
April 30, 2008 at 9:47 AM
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