My Next Great Baker

So out of nowhere, Cohen has decided that he would like to start baking with momma.

We took a trip to the store and he picked out some brownies, which I thought would be a good start for him.

He had a blast! He giggled the whole time, but when it was time to top the brownies with chocolate chips, he completely lost his focus and started stealing them for himself! So darn cute!

He did a great job and it was a lot of fun for me to watch him so excited to be helping me in the kitchen. This had me thinking about what other things he has expressed interest in helping with at home and how many other times I may have said no. How can I expect him or Bri for that matter to learn simple, everyday, tasks if I don't stop and take the time to show them? During my devotions, I came across this scripture:

(Proverbs 22:16) "Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old, he will not turn from it."

This scripture holds true for many things. Definitely regarding teaching them the Lord's teachings, but also the simple things like folding laundry, putting toys away, cleaning, and yes, even how to do a little baking. As a mother, I am the one responsible for making sure that my children learn these things, so it is important that I take time and include them in all that I do, so when they grow up, they will be self-sufficeint adults who will hopefully be serving the Lord.