I am thrilled to share today's episode with you! I had the pleasure of sitting down with Cleere Cherry Reaves, our conversation was rich with insights and heartfelt moments, and I know you’ll love it. In this episode, we discuss: Navigating the complexities of parenting a child with special needs and the lessons learned along the way.Emphasizing the importance of leaning on God's plan and embracing grace in our parenting journey.Utilizing rituals and declarations to foster deep, meaningful connections and spiritual growth.We must be fully present with our children and cherish the moments we have with them. Cleere Cherry Reaves is the owner and creator of Cleerely Stated, a successful online boutique whose inspirational products can be found in retail stores all over the United States. She also hosts the growing Let's Be Cleere podcast. Known for her relatable writing style, Cleere's mission is to help others see themselves and the world around them through the eyes of Jesus. Cleere and her husband, Will, live in Greenville, North Carolina, and welcomed their first child, Sledge, into the world in the summer of 2021.  This conversation felt like catching up with an old friend; you’ll feel the same way. Enjoy! (02:59) Parenting Journey and Special Needs (05:59) The Complexity of Parenting (09:05) Navigating Parenting Challenges (11:56) The Importance of Surrender (14:56) Decluttering Thought Lives (18:06) Squirreling Out: Managing Overwhelm (20:53) Intentional Declarations and Family Dynamics (23:54) Practical Applications of Declarations (26:58) Creating Family Rituals (30:01) The Role of Grace in Parenting (32:54) Final Thoughts and Encouragement Connect with Cleere https://www.cleerelystated.com/ @cleerelystated Resources Mentioned Revive: Declarations of God’s Truth to Renew Your Spirit Cleerely Stated Store Christian Parenting Christmas Gift Guide Christian Parenting store The Christian Parenting Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy