At this moment I am delaying by ...oh.... five minutes, my departure to pick up all three kids from my Thursday babysitter. This is my "work day" and due to overwhelming stress and not feeling so hot, I sort of just took a "mental day". (Which means nothing "work-like" got done).
But I did talk on a phone (uninterrupted) a few times. I noticed the toilet needs to be plunged (not by me). And I was able to think, ponder, wonder about stuff.. Like if Christians REALLY practiced sacrificially giving how much of a testimony would that be to our culture? If we gave money, time, care whenever it was asked for, would God provide? Does my husband want sex too often or do I want it too little? Do I engage my 5 year old on respect and obedience issues with discipline or setting an example myself?
OK, that's enough for today. But a thanks for a day with a chance to breath and think. And thanks to Karen who watched my kids so I could get a break and and husband willing to pay for it!!
I have a day like this from time to time too! I'll weigh in on the discpline v example, because I think about it ALL THE TIME! I think on days when I am not setting a good example, I try to let them know it. I think it's important that they know I'm not perfect and that I realize the difference. But they have plenty of opportunity to observe good examples and if it doesn't kick in, then discipline must ensue.
It's finding the RIGHT discipline that is most important, and that can be challenge, because it's always changing... because they're always changing.
Now that they are older I'm discussing behaviour with them and using bigger words -- like self evaluation -- is the big one with Ethan right now. I know he's only 4, but he's a smart kid and he misbehaves ALL the time. So I want him to figure out why and let me know. It seems to be working. Apparently I "separate" him too much (aka, ignore him.) sigh...
Congratulations on #4. Will be waiting to hear the news. xoxox
Posted by: Julie | July 05, 2007 at 10:45 PM