Her method fits right in with the minimalist lifestyle that has grown in popularity over the last several years. Have you heard of Marie Kondo or her better known KonMari Method of home organization? Her book, “The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up” and now her Netflix show help overwhelmed people declutter their homes and lives by honestly answering a simple question: “Does it spark joy?” If not, move it along to the next person (or trash can, but only after saying “thank you”). The KonMari Method, Minimalism, and Tiny Houses If I am to influence my children for Christ, I must be living what I am teaching. And, so, I’ve taken a step back and reflected on my own life. My husband and I desperately desire our sons to know Christ from a young age, to love and serve Him, and to be about His Kingdom rather than the furtherance of their own. As missionary Jim Elliot is quoted, “Wherever you are, be all there! Live to the hilt every situation you believe to be the will of God.”
Second, I’ve realized that every moment must be lived intentionally. Naturally, he will soon outgrow such outward signs of affection for mama dearest. I am both proud of the independent person he is becoming but also clinging to every cuddle and kiss. First, it really does go too fast! My firstborn, Hudson, just turned two years old in December. With a fresh, squishy baby in my arms I’ve come to realize some things.
Taking advantage of the slower pace, I began the process of decluttering my heart and mind. I enjoyed a (mostly) slow-paced maternity leave thanks to my servant-hearted husband and our ever-helpful families and friends. My second child, Declan Clark, was born almost three months ago on November 17, 2018. There’s something refreshing about having a new baby right around the start of a new year.
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