Here is the Proverbs 31 women and mom you are too me. I love you. Happy Mother's Day.
An excellent wife who can find?
She is far more precious than jewels.
Dad incase you didn't know, you are blessed. No jewelry could express our love for her.
The heart of her husband trusts in her,
and he will have no lack of gain.
You are his counter partner, he is equal to you and has no doubt in you. Which means he isn't the only bad guy, you get to spank me too!
She does him good, and not harm,
all the days of her life.
Your smile and love only comes from above. Just like on holiday's you bring all kinds of presents and treats home and we look through them together. You are treated because you always treat others.
She seeks wool and flax,
and works with willing hands.
Two words. Thrift stores. You always have others on your mind picking up extra clothes and shoes for the children that come to your office or just the friends you meet.
She is like the ships of the merchant;
she brings her food from afar.
You go all over to bring food and goods to others. From feeding your starving poor child in college to actually serving those affected by tornados and natural disasters.
She rises while it is yet night
and provides food for her household
and portions for her maidens.
By maidens that means Poppee. You constantly have him and us on your mind to serve. With a warm meal and a pure heart. As well as waking up really early in the morning to feed the crazy dogs. Thank you, because I am to sleepy to get out of bed to do that.
She considers a field and buys it;
with the fruit of her hands she plants a vineyard.
Just like the beautiful tree we planted in the front yard for Grammie and even some of the plants in the front yard that haven't died yet! However I also mean the fruit you produce by the people you love. You bear so much fruit for the Lord and leave extra for others to have.
She dresses herself with strength
and makes her arms strong.
The smiley face office says enough. You carry yourself in a way that no others can describe. You carry the kids that need you most and wrestle with the ones that need your guidance. Each morning you spend time praying and preparing to encourage and serve those around you that need your strength. The best friend a girl could have and comfort that only comes from heaven.
She perceives that her merchandise is profitable.
Her lamp does not go out at night.
You are thoughtful and caring. You know that words carry stronger profit than any present can be. You are a good steward of your money but don't think twice about giving to others. Your lamp won't go out because God is your light.
She puts her hands to the distaff,
and her hands hold the spindle.
You carry the bible in your hands and on your tongue. You are always speaking and encouraging His word. Your fingers constantly type me messages of prayers and love. From prayers before a big test in school to scripture when I am at the end of my rope with language barriers and crazy people.
She opens her hand to the poor
and reaches out her hands to the needy.
With no hesitation you welcome people in your home to live, to love, and to pour into. Your hands are always stretched out to serve those around you. The millions of times you walk to a classroom and check on a student, a friend, to make sure they are doing okay. To wipe the tears away when a child or teacher needs it most.
She is not afraid of snow for her household,
for all her household are clothed in scarlet.
Well snow doesn't typically happen but you are always prepared to inform your school of the weather situations. You bought and always allowed me to wear my "scarlet" purple shorts.
She makes bed coverings for herself;
her clothing is fine linen and purple.
Pinterst projects have come to a amazing rescue for us and you finally dress yourself with beautiful clothes that your wonderful daughter helped you find! You are a hot momma, and you are finally seeing the beauty within you. (Thrift stores are magical)
Her husband is known in the gates
when he sits among the elders of the land.
In church he sits by you proud and strong. On Easter you go together to serve the children with something as simple as egg hunts. Through the city he leads and protects you. He is looked up to by his brothers and sister. He is honored to have you by his side and call you his wife.
She makes linen garments and sells them;
she delivers sashes to the merchant.
Well you have always been my personal assistant and fixing all the jeans that are way to long for me. For making me and Holli clothes when we were younger to helping me design and sell shirts. Giving bracelets and charms for fundraisers and just being creative and crafty with me.
Strength and dignity are her clothing,
and she laughs at the time to come.
School registration comes with ease. You are always prepared for what crazy teachers and parents will throw at you. You softly play worship music in the background. You delight in Him and let Him speak through you in hard situations. You never let the devil steal your joy.
She opens her mouth with wisdom,
and the teaching of kindness is on her tongue.
I have always looked up to you. Knowing I can find knowledge and wisdom from you. If I can't find a verse you typically already have it memorized. You guide and encourage my path with the Lord. You help me learn how to tame my tongue and to zip my lips when I need it most.
She looks well to the ways of her household
and does not eat the bread of idleness.
Your household is not confined to a house alone but to everyone you meet. You welcome all into your home, even when you have homes all over the world.
Her children rise up and call her blessed;
her husband also, and he praises her:
Well duh, I wake up every day proud and honored to call you my mom. You are a true blessing.
“Many women have done excellently,
but you surpass them all.”
You let me go…to find God on my own and to embrace Him. You fully trust and surrender to Him.
Charm is deceitful, and beauty is vain,
but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised.
Your beauty is not like most, it comes from within, from your heart. The beauty flows throughout every part of your body and onto others for His Glory. You walk with His Spirit and fear his power.
Give her of the fruit of her hands,
and let her works praise her in the gates.
Today I want to praise and honor you for the women you are to me. I look up to you and can't praise Him enough for the love you have always poured out onto me. I love you Mom. Happy Mother's Day.
