Pray calm yourselves. I have eleven children, and I am…
““Pray calm yourselves. I have eleven children, and I am twenty-six times a grandma, and I have seen them all through their silly seasons, and when it come on them they will run the Devil bowlegged keeping up with their mischief. I think she'll wake when she tires of it. A child's spirit is like a child, you can never catch it by running after it; you must stand still, and, for love, it will soon itself come back.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Children’s restless energy can’t be chased; instead, patience and love invite their spirit back.
In simple terms: Kids need space, not pursuit,
Key Takeaway
Be patient and love;
Themes
parenting
patience
love
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- family gatherings
- childhood challenges
- teaching moments
Key Concepts
attachment
development
mindfulness
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you model calm for restless kids?
- What does love look like when you stand still?
A Different Perspective
Children may resist if pressured.