I woke this morning to three little boys, lined up according to age like the Von Trapp children, quietly smiling at me by the side of my bed. My middle son, the 6 yr old, leaned over and with his voice as sweet as honey he whispered, “Mommy my love, may we please have some vitamins?”
...don't give in to unacceptable behavior, but don't give it opportunity to damage your child's self worth or your relationship. Harsh punishments, harsh words, or having your own adult temper tantrum, can cause problems that aren't so easily grown out of. With patience, love, work, emotional maturity, and maybe even professional help, it will get better. So stay calm, let it run its course, and remember, do not negotiate with terrorists.
I woke this morning to three little boys, lined up according to age like the Von Trapp children, quietly smiling at me by the side of my bed. My middle son, the 6 yr old, leaned over and with his voice as sweet as honey he whispered, “Mommy my love, may we please have some vitamins?”
...don't give in to unacceptable behavior, but don't give it opportunity to damage your child's self worth or your relationship. Harsh punishments, harsh words, or having your own adult temper tantrum, can cause problems that aren't so easily grown out of. With patience, love, work, emotional maturity, and maybe even professional help, it will get better. So stay calm, let it run its course, and remember, do not negotiate with terrorists.
