As a busy mom, it's easy to think you don't have time to read. What if you didn't have time not to read? The time will quickly come when your children need you not to be the kisser-of-scraped-knees, but the counselor and sounding board. When that time comes, you need to have wisdom to share. You need to be grounded in truth and unintimidated by contrary ideas. Your kids need you to grow with them. They need you to be comfortable exchanging ideas. We prepare now for the teen and grandma years by reading widely, thinking deeply, and applying faithfully.