The Overly Welcomed Child

In one of my Masters classes, I learned about a specific type of child that you may run into in your classroom.  This particular child is rotten and difficult to teach because their parents have spoiled them so much.  They were born to parents who for whatever reason ( infertility, miscarriage, etc.) had a difficult time bringing them into the World.  It was a hard concept to grasp for me, because I was newly married and didn't have any children.  

I understood a little bit more when I had Maggie and Kerri Grace simply because I loved them so much.  Now, having had a rough journey leading up to the birth of Oliver, I completely understand.  He is most definitely our overly welcomed child.  In fact, sometimes I defend my helicoptering attentiveness by stating, "I can't help it.  He is our overly welcomed child."  

Five Month Picture

It is funny to tease about it, and I am sure that I will forever.  But, in all seriousness, I have prayed a lot that the Lord would give me the peace, strength, and trust that He is the one who is in control.  Therefore, I can release my insecurities and pride to Him, and He will not ruin Oliver.  I know that if I continue on this path of being overly cautious and thinking Oliver will never do anything wrong(because he is here and alive and so wanted), I will for sure create a little monster.  So, I am praying (and would love for you to pray too) that I surrender this precious gift back to the Lord.  

"All your children shall be taught by the Lord, and great shall be the peace of your children." -Isaiah 54:13