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Reflecting on February-Was February Intentional Or Did It Just Happen?

February felt fast, didn't it?

One minute we were setting intentions for the new year, and now we're yet again at the start of a new month, wondering where the days went!

But here's what I've been sitting with this month...

Intentional parenting doesn't mean perfect parenting. Intentionality means pausing, taking notice of our choices. Even when we're tired, rushed, and running on empty.

I've noticed the importance of looking directly into the eyes of my grandchildren when they are super upset and the difference it has made in how they respond to my words. They feel they are being heard and understood. No bribing. Just presence.

Three Questions to Reflect on February

1. Where did I show up intentionally this month?

   This doesn't have to be some big ol' gesture. Maybe you put your phone face-down at dinner three nights in a row. Maybe you apologized to your child after you lost your patience; showing humility. Those moments matter. In fact, those are the moments that build character-in your child and in you.

2. Where could I improve?

   We need routines, but sometimes the habit of just going through "motions" are hard to break. Identify a habit that could be changed into an intentional routine.

3. What new character trait am I actively nurturing in my child right now?

   It's easy to just focus on keeping everyone fed, clothed, and emotionally intact. But if we want to grow Godly character in our kids, we need to be intentional about doing so. Look for that opportunity to mirror one particular character trait. Then solidify that trait with an activity or story.

The Power of Small, Consistent Moments

It only takes a 30-second moment. But when it is intentional,

I guarantee it is felt.

So as February wraps up, I want to ask you this:

What's one moment this month where you showed up intentionally for your child-even in a small way?

Because it doesn't have to be big. It just has to be intentional. And the more we realize the importance of each small step, the more we will see big breakthroughs.

March is here. Let's walk into it with purpose. And presence.