MOPS and what it means to me...

As Thanksgiving approaches, we are inclined to recite what we are thankful for.
I tend to thank God daily for the blessings in my life, but even more so around this time of year.

I am extremely thankful for MOPS in my life. My home group was there for me when my boys were a handful (yes, they still are, but in a different way!). I have met some really great friends through MOPS, and even though I do not attend meetings anymore, the friends I have made at MOPS are still close to me.

A couple of years ago, I wrote a silly little poem about MOPS and what it means to me. I have included it below. I hope you get a smile out of it :)

MOPS is a chance to make some new friends;
it's a bond that you hope will never come to an end.
it's eating and praying and a chance to chat...
but MOPS is oh, so much more than that!
it's a chance to meet others who are in the same boat,
who share advice to help stay afloat,
in this "mini-you" world that takes up your whole day,
so you don't feel alone and won't run away!
it's a place where your children are kept safe and sound,
while you can enjoy the other moms around...
a story, a craft, a fellowship shared,
a look, a smile, a sweet little prayer.
Christ in our lives spread out over all,
a light that shines for the big and the small.
i'm always sad when MOPS year comes to an end,
it's like saying good-bye to a dear, sweet friend.
but alas when a new year of MOPS begins,
there's another chance to make even more friends!
another story, or craft or even a book...
you'll love it, i promise...so come take a look!