Momilies

SL: What are some of your biggest struggles as a Mom? SM: I sometimes still feel like I have to do everything and be everything to everyone. It’s easy to get overwhelmed when you feel like you’re responsible for so much. There’s not a lot of space to breathe.

SL: What would your perfect day off be like? Describe it. SM: My birthday is my perfect day off. We’re going to school, taking a sparring class at the martial arts school, and ending the day with dinner at Kasai Habachi and a movie. I love our life, so even the perfect day off would include school and taekwondo!

SL: What’s the one song that means the most to you? SM: Right now I am listening to “Though You Break Me” by Shane + Shane. It’s about how critical it is to trust God—even when things are hard.

SL: What advice would you give to your younger self about Motherhood? SM: Slow down, love the moments, pay for help when you have to, and give others the space to step up.

SL: Is there a quote, saying, words of advice or scripture you consider words to live by? SM: “To know God and make Him known.” It’s the motto of Classical Conversations, our homeschooling program, and also words I live by daily. (It’s on my second degree black belt in Latin as well.)

SL: If you could share a meal with any woman past, present or future who would it be? Why? SM: My mom. She is an inspiration and an example to me of the best of motherhood. I treasure every moment with her.

SL: What Mom from real-life or even TV/movies do you admire most? SM: Actually, I like Mrs. Frisbee from “The Rats of Nimh.” She’s willing to fight for her children, and once the battle was over, she returned to home and peace with her children. Moms are so often called to stand in the gap, to protect and defend. It’s hard, but it’s also the most worthy calling.

SL: At the end of a long day, what do you do for fun or relaxation? SM: We listen to an audible book and snuggle on the couch. We started six years ago, and it’s still the perfect end to an evening.

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