WHAT ARE SOME OF THE JOYS AND CHALLENGES OF BEING A MOM?
location doesn’t even matter, just as long as everything is provided. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE DATE NIGHT WITH YOUR HUSBAND? MEGAN: Honestly, we love to be intentional and comfy at the house together and reconnect uninterrupted and in the comfort of our own home—enjoying what we built. We want to soak up every moment. WHAT DO YOU THINK IS ONE OF THE KEYS TO SUCCESSFUL PARENTING? MEGAN: The first thing that comes to mind is to give grace and let kids be kids. Allow kids grace and the ability to explore and learn on their own. Also, be more intentional with your time together. Put the phone down, turn off the TV, and be fully present with your kids in the moment. Show them how to be intentional, and love them and give them grace. DO YOU HAVE ANY ADVICE FOR OTHER PARENTS? MEGAN: Have fun exploring with your children and see life through their eyes. Explore with them and have fun allowing them to be kids. Spend more time with them and be intentional and present.
MEGAN: I think every child is different. I aim to be intentional about parenting our kids. Some of the joys are that I get to see my kids experience life, and it is so rewarding to witness that as a mom. I think this is a great reminder to slow down and be intentional. HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR PARENTING STYLE? MEGAN: My parenting style is like a tool belt. Every moment is different and I want my kids to feel confident that I have all of the tools and resources to help them succeed in life. Of course, I meet them where they are at, and assist and try to provide as much help as possible. MEGAN: We are an adventurous family. We love hiking, visiting museums and creeks, and going fishing. HOW ARE YOU AND YOUR CHILDREN ALIKE AND DIFFERENT? MEGAN: Me and my daughter are alike because everybody calls her my “mini-me.” She is very into art and music, and I am very much not someone who can draw. It’s so fun to get to see her learn and grow in this area, and I feel like I learn a lot myself just by watching her. For my son, I feel like we both like the outdoors, so it’s easy to connect in that way. However, he loves monster trucks, and I am not as knowledgeable as he is. It’s still fun to listen to him talk about things he’s passionate about. WHAT DO YOU LIKE TO DO AS A FAMILY? WHAT’S SOMETHING YOUR CHILDREN HAVE TAUGHT YOU ABOUT YOURSELF? MEGAN: I would say resilience. It’s important that we as moms give ourselves grace. It’s important to me that my kids are resilient and are always up for a challenge. I always encourage my kids to never give up and try their hardest. WHAT’S ONE OF YOUR FAVORITE VACATION SPOTS? MEGAN: Any all-inclusive suites. The
Q&A My favorite TV show is… The Parenting Test . I can't stop watching... documentaries. I love singing along to... Rock City Worship. My favorite dessert is... all of the above. My favorite food is... depends on my mood. My favorite holiday is.. Christmas. My guilty pleasure is... coffee. My favorite book is... the Bible.
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