First Day of School=Father's Blessings

First Day of School=Father's Blessings

First Day of School = Father's Blessings

I remember when the first time that I sat at my then boyfriend/fiance house listening while his siblings would receive a father's blessing before their first day of school.  I felt privileged to be able to hear these personal and special words our Father in Heaven had for his children.  I felt I got a glimpse of how special they are.They were words of guidance, protection, and encouragement for the following school year.  I remember feeling extremely excited for them to take on this new adventure in their life. I also remember feeling strongly that I would make sure my children had that same opportunity.  The way I did that was by marrying a man who would take his priesthood and father's responsibilities seriously.  Chuck does this and every year I feel extremely grateful that my kids have this opportunity.  

From the beginning when my oldest went to Kindergarten we have recorded these blessings.  I wrote them down in my journal and then later recorded on tape and currently we record it straight to the computer.  We start with our youngest child and work our way up to the oldest and then we end with myself receiving one from my husband.    I also encourage my husband often to ask his father for a father's blessing when there is a change in his life.  

I enjoy these moments of listening to these wonderful blessings even more than I did previous to being married.  It actually can be a little chaotic  right now because some of the kids haven't learned how to be quiet  yet.  So they hang out in the bedrooms till its their turn.  As a mother, I have worries and hopes for each of the kids and so many times they are addressed in the blessing that the children receive. It's a testament to me that Heavenly Father hears my motherly prayers. I usually feel a great relief afterward.  I remember feeling like I needed to be especially mindful of certain children because of the council they were given.  There have been times when I have pulled up the recording to allow my children to re listen to their blessing during the middle of the year because they have forgotten how amazing they are.  It's also a helpful tool for me when I have forgotten how wonderful they are.  :)  

I know people who will receive a priesthood blessing from a family member or home teacher if their father isn't able to do this.  I am glad for them because it is a sweet reassurance that all will be well.  

I just want to thank my husband for being worthy and willing to do this great service.  I also wish to thank my Heavenly Father for this gift.  It's a gift of great peace and possibility for my family.  I pray that my kids will continue this tradition as they have families of their own.  

 I just couldn't resist adding this picture of my wonderful husband who will let his 7 girls dress him up!