Why were you told to be careful about what you spoke over your children? That sounds interesting. Seems like Jacob here was pretty loose with his tongue. But I understand he might not have been the best example, on the other hand he did usher in the 12 tribes of Israel right here. He doesn't strike me as the best fatherly example looking at his entire life. But I suppose he didn't have all the great parenting resources we have nowadays so maybe I should cut him some slack. I do like the continuity of family that is maintained back then though. Really, any of us can start a tribe. Much of what we see transpire here affects generations upon generations. That is a lot of pressure. Certainly we can't do alone. Thank you Holy Spirit for helping.