I was watching Dora the Explorer with the twins the other day. I just love Dora! She’s such a good egg, always helping her friends & up for an adventure!

On this particular episode Dora & Boots had to travel through the Forgetful Forest before they could reach their final destination.

Immediately I thought to myself, man I’d love to travel through the Forgetful Forest!

I could forget all the yucky things that are stuck in my head.

I could forget the mistakes I’ve made.

I could forget the times I’ve been hurt.

I could forget the times I’ve hurt others.

I could forget when I’ve been mean to my kids.

I could forget the times I’ve disappointed my spouse.

I could forget the times he has disappointed me.

Wouldn’t that be lovely?

But then I would also forget the blessings.

I would forget the joy of being pregnant & childbirth.

I would forget the pride I feel when one of my kids learns something new.

I would forget the excitement of watching my kids play sports.

I would forget the simple joy of having a family meal together.

So maybe a trip through the Forgetful Forest isn’t such a swell idea.

But you know who does forget?

Our Heavenly Father forgets our mistakes the minute we say we are sorry.

My devotion today had a powerful sentence that I am tucking inside my heart for those days when I long for the Forgetful Forest.

I know the worst about you, but I also see the best in you. ~ Jesus Calling

What a comfort!

To be fully known & still loved.

Take comfort tonight in the promise that Jesus loves you & longs to forgive you when you mess up.

No trip through the Forgetful Forest needed!

You are so loved.