It’s a tradition. The words of wisdom passed down from our mother’s (and father’s) is time-honored and valuable. It connects families across generations and gives us a lens through which we see the world, even if we’re not aware of it.
Momisms are quotes that capture valuable information or insight and in a few words can tell a whole story. British prime minister and author (B E N J A M I N  D I S R A E L I) wrote,

“The wisdom of the wise and the experience of the ages are perpetuated by quotes.”

Here at The Mustard Seed House, I use quotes to be a better parent. I believe valuable words based on real life experiences and real everyday events and problems can have a positive effect on me and my child.
Gathered from people of all ages, occupations and locations in the world, my “Momisms” inspire a convenient way to think, learn and teach in everyday situations.

Following are some of my favorite Momisms:

“If you’re feeling blue, try painting yourself a different color.”
“FAIR is where you get cotton candy.”
“When you throw dirt, you loose ground.”
“Wash your hands and say your prayers, ’cause Jesus and germs are everywhere.”
“You will never influence the world by trying to be like it.”
“We don’t do easy, we make easy happen through hard work and learning.”
“Everybody is a genius, but if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid.” (A L B E R T  E I N S T E I N)
“A happy heart makes the face cheerful.” (P R O V E R B S 15:13)
“Start where you are, use what you have, do what you can.”
“A smooth sea never made a skillful sailor.”
“A bad attitude is like a flat tire, you can’t go anywhere until you change it.”
“When things aren’t (+) adding up in your life, start (-) subtracting.”
“Be the best version of YOU.”
“KEEP CALM and PRAY ON.”
“A tiger doesn’t loose sleep over the opinion of sheep.”
“The more that you read, the more things you will know. the more you learn, the more places you’ll go!” (D R.  S E U S S)
“God changes caterpillars into butterflies, sand into pearls, and coal into diamonds, using time and pressure. He’s working on YOU too.
“Let your faith be bigger than your fear.”
“Remember you are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think.”
“The man who does not read good books, has no advantage over the man who can’t read them.” (M A R K  T W A I N)
“Before you speak: THINK. Is it True? Is it Helpful? Is it Inspiring? Is it Necessary? Is it Kind?”
“Listen for God’s voice in everything you do and everywhere you go. He’s the one that will keep you on track.” (P R O V E R B S 3:6)
“MISTAKES are proof that you are TRYING.”
“Do to others as you would have them to do to you.”
“Your day will go the way the corners of your mouth turn.”
“Reading gives us a place to go when we have to stay where we are.”
“The only people with whom you should try to get even are those who have helped you.” (J O H N  E.  S O U T H A R D)