A few weeks ago, my mom sent me a link to The Revive Our Hearts Podcast. As I completed my errands that day, I listened as the host was interviewing an author named Laura Booz, a mother of six children. They were speaking about showing kindness to our children, and I learned so much and was so convicted.
Last week, I started reading Laura’s book, Expect Somthing Beautiful: Finding God’s Good Gifts in Motherhood. I have been so encouraged by all of the promises of God that she includes in the book. I’ve been reminded how much God cares for mothers, how he guides us, and how he is making us new through motherhood. I’ve also been reminded of how God will provide everything I need to be the mom that he wants me to be. He will provide the wisdom, the strength, and even the kindness, which are all essential. I have only been allowing myself to read one chapter at a time because I love it so much and am trying to savor each word.
I reached out to Laura, and she sent me her book so that I could share it with you all. Are you a mother? Do you need encouragement? A grandmother? An aunt or cousin or teacher of children? Then this book is for you. Or perhaps you know of a mom in your life to whom you could give Expect Something Beautiful for Christmas.
Today…I will dress someone, carry someone, and walk alongside. I will teach, and play, and sing. Today…I will repeat myself a dozen times and answer a dozen questions. I will calm chaos, address meanness, and encourage kindness. I will look for growth and treasure it.
Laura Booz, Expect Something Beautiful
Thanks to the generosity of the author, we are giving a copy of this lovely book away! To be entered simply leave a comment below, and I’ll pick a random winner on November 17th, 2021.
I would love to read this book and pass it on to my family.
I want to read this book…will request the library purchase a copy…
Thank you for this beautiful reminder. I am mother to a beautiful daughter and Mimi to three great grandsons.
I’ve heard of this book and would love to read it and then pass it on to my daughter to read as she just had my first grandchild a couple weeks ago! I’m praying she expects something beautiful in her new role as a mom.
This book sounds amazing
A perfect gift for the mothers of my grandchildren
I’m a busy mom with 6 kids still at home 3 trying to adult. I’m emotional and physically exhausted at the days end. I am in a season of a lot of refereeing. My kindness is in short supply. I am going to make myself order this book regardless because my family deserves a better me. Thank you for the recommendation.
Hi Katia! Thank you for your comment. i truly hope that you are refreshed by this book.
-Annie
I would love to give this to me niece.
This book sounds perfect for my daughter in law who just gave birth to twins …adding them to the family of three older beautiful siblings.
This book sounds wonderful!
I would love to read this and then share with my daughter and daughter-in-law as they each are the mothers of 3 of my grandchildren.
I am a grandma to 5 and a great grandma to one. Still learning how to leave a legacy and was encouraged by this small portion of this book. Will be sharing it for Christmas gifts for sure!
This book sounds amazing. I have been looking for ways to balance family, spouse, and work. Thanks for sharing!!
Looks like an encouraging read!
I would really enjoy getting to read this book!
This book would be a great gift for my mother who does so much for our family!
Would love to win and read this book♡
Always love God-centered encouragement for moms!
This is such a lovely book! ❤️
Oh that looks delightful!
This would be a great book to read and share.