Life as a mom of two toddlers is busy and hard and fun! But one of my favorite activities is when my 3 year old, Dawson, and I have “coffee” on the sofa together every morning while my youngest sleeps. I have coffee, and he basically has warm milk. Now, he asks for coffee throughout the day like a Paw Paw. I’m like you are 3, not 73. So, I simply say, “In the morning.” And he repeats my answer in his sweet little voice, “In the morning.” It’s really really cute.
Fast like McQueen!
Three has become one of my favorite ages so far. Dawson is talking more and now has things he loves. He is all boy so conversations usually include Lightning McQueen, going fast, and burps being funny. And once he has had his “morning coffee” his energy kicks into high gear really fast! He runs and flips all over while saying “Fast like McQueen!” But one of my favorite things about him is that he is incredibly soft hearted and affectionate as well. He gets that from his dad.
Affection from a little boy
When it comes to being affectionate, one of Dawson’s favorite nighttime routines is getting his back rubbed before bed. Every single night mom or dad, mostly mom, has to rub his back before falling asleep. And once I am done, I have to account for the follow up of “one more time.” He will also run up to us and give a random hug or we will catch him kissing his little sister on the top of her head (Heart Melt!). And on top of that, I’m starting to get an “I love you” here and there too. There really is nothing like having a little boy.
But the one thing that gets me, is the way he will look up at me with his little beady eyes and say, “Hey Mom”. When he first started saying it, I would look back and say, “Hey Dawson” and wait for him to tell me something. But that was all he needed to say. And now it’s a thing. Dawson says it over and over throughout the day, and he is perfectly content after I respond with a “Hi buddy, I’m here”. And if I don’t respond right away, he just repeats himself until I reply. “Hey mom, Mom, Hey Mom!” As soon as I respond, he is good.
Call out to your Father
At first, I found it funny that he never has anything else to tell me. But now, I see the beauty in it. And it makes me think about the way God responds to us. You see, when Dawson says “Hi Mom” to me, I am filled with gratitude of being his mom. I am reminded of the blessing that God has given me and the prayer He has answered. I LOVE my role as Dawson’s mom. And I can’t help but feel like God feels the same way when we call out to Him. Maybe, just maybe, He is reminded that we need Him and love having Him as our Father. We are not just random children, we are His child. We are called to sonship. And with sonship, you gain the right to call on your Father day and night.
We keep a monitor on Dawson when he is sleeping. So, just in case he may need us, we can hear him. We, as his parents, are ready to respond to any need he has at all times. And God responds that way too. His word says:
“You will answer me, God; I know you always will. Hear my words like You always do as you listen to my every prayer.” Psalms 17:6 TPT
God hears you, and God answers. I wonder how many “unanswered prayers” have just been unspoken prayers, and desires in our heart that we hold onto. Place your needs, desires, and your heart into the hands of your Father and see what He does with them.
Heart of a Child
And I can’t help but wonder what’s going through Dawson’s heart when he seeks me out. When he calls for his mom or dad, it’s like he is just checking to see if we are still there. Or maybe it is his little 3 year old way of saying I love you. Maybe, he needs a reminder that I am listening. He might want to know that he is still important and a priority to me. But the one thing I want to point out is that he knows he is comfortable to repeatedly pursue me. As he should be. He is my child, and I love that he calls me Mom. I am delighted to reassure him that I am here again and again, because it is a blessing for me to hear it.
So, take your position as son or daughter of God, and pursue Him as your Father. Don’t just call on Him in times of trouble. Don’t just say your morning or nightly prayer. If you aren’t used to prayer, just start with “Hi.” Because “Hi” will turn into “Hi, look at this!” We will grow, just like Dawson will grow and begin to share more. So don’t hold back; get comfortable not just knowing your Father loves you but receiving love from your Father. Call out to Him day and night, whenever you need and know that He is delighted to look back at you and say “Hi buddy, I’m here.”
“‘ So above all, constantly seek God’s kingdom and his righteousness, then all these less important things will be given to you abundantly. Refuse to worry about tomorrow, but deal with each challenge that comes your way, one day at a time. Tomorrow will take care of itself.’” Matthew 6:33-34 TPT
Read a little more about Dawson on the Meet My Family page https://thegirlwhoseesgod.com/about-2/
