Talking about boys...

My little girl is growing up. She just turned 12 this year, but maturity started hitting her in different ways years ago. I knew that the time would come when she would start developing an interest in boys, and even though it's ever so slight of an interest, it's there. I think it really started showing itself about a year ago. To most outsiders, they may not even be able to tell how she's starting to, but I can. I'm mom, and my daughter and I are close. She doesn't even fully realize what's she's feeling herself, but that's why I'm here: to help her.

I don't like the thought of my little girl being interested in boys, but everybody reaches the stage eventually where they notice the opposite gender in a new way, and for me to just ignore it pretend it's not happening would do her way more harm than good. Yes, I want to protect her and help her to stay pure and make wise, godly choices, and so that's why I talk about it with her. I don't want her to make the same mistakes that I, and so many others in my family have made. I want her to have a blessed life, one that honors YHWH & brings Him glory, and that includes a relationship with the man He has chosen for her. She decided on her own that she does not want to kiss a guy until her wedding day, and that she doesn't want to date until she is closer to marrying age. I am so happy for these choices she has made, and I know I have to work hard to help her be able to follow through with them. It won't be easy, especially not in this day and age, but I know it will be worth it, and YHWH will bless her greatly if she does it. And what He thinks of her, and what brings Him glory & honor is more important than what anyone in this world might think or say about this. I pray that YHWH gives me wisdom to help guide her on this journey, and even Trinity when we reach that point in her journey too.

I saw a movie recently on JCTV that I plan on ordering this week that will help be an encouragement for us in this. It's called Pamela's Prayer and is available at Christianfilms.com. I believe the Father brought that movie across my path at just the right time. I can't wait for my Faith to watch it!