Most of us desire the ideal; a loving home with supportive husband. We're instructed in such so that we may strive for it. But sometimes, due to death or divorce or other circumstances, the mother is required to work outside of the home for a time. This is the exception, not the rule, and the Lord has promised His added blessings for those who are in this situation.
Here is comfort and instruction for those who must work outside the home. Hopefully, it will bring peace to those who struggle and added strength to endure particular trials. Yet, for those who are able, please continue to seek to be at home for your children, where you are needed MOST!
I
am aware that many of you often find yourselves in circumstances that
are not always ideal. I know this because I have talked with many of you
who, because of necessity, must work and leave your children with
others—even though your heart is in your home. To you go my love and
sympathy for your present, and I hope temporary, situation and my
prayers that you will be blessed by our Heavenly Father to compensate
for a situation that is less than you may desire.
I
recognize that some sisters are widowed or divorced. My heart is drawn
to you who are in these circumstances. The Brethren pray for you, and we
feel a great obligation to see that your needs are met. Trust in the
Lord. Be assured He loves you and we love you. Resist bitterness and
cynicism.
I
also recognize that not all women in the Church will have an
opportunity for marriage and motherhood in mortality. But if you in this
situation are worthy and endure faithfully, you can be assured of all
blessings from a kind and loving Heavenly Father—and I emphasize all blessings.
Solutions for you who are in a minority are not the same as for the majority of women in the Church who can and should be fulfilling their roles as wives and mothers. - Benson
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| My precious son at age 3 |
"A child needs a mother more than all the things money can buy". -Benson
