If I Had my Child To Raise Over Again
IF I had my child to raise all over again,
I'd build self-esteem first, and the house later.
I'd finger paint more, and point the finger less.
I would do less correcting and more connecting.
I'd take my eyes off my watch, and watch with my eyes.
I would care to know less and know to care more.
I'd take more hikes and fly more kites.
I'd stop playing serious, and seriously play.
I would run through more fields and gaze at more stars,
I'd do more hugging and less tugging.
I'd see the oak tree in the acorn more often,
I would be firm less often, and affirm much more.
I'd model less about the love of power,
And more about the power of love.
--Diane Loomans
5 comments:
Great quote, I've heard it before but definitely one that every parent needs to hear over and over. BTW seeing that picture makes me want to play golf. When did you say we could go???? :-)
After reading this great post, I want to go wake Ethan from bed and give him extra hugs and kisses!
What an adorable picture Sheldon!
Babe, well our family game is set for next Friday, and you have a play date with Sheldon for Monday. Is that enough? LOL Love you and looking forward to playing another round of golf. Maybe my putting will improve as I try my new concept out. Love You!
Monica, I am learning to let the housework and piano practice go just so I can have more time with my family. My new motto is: the "dust" will always be with me, but my son will someday be all grown up. There's that saying, "dust if you must," but I choose time with my family! I am just amazed at how quickly Sheldon is growing up.
BTW, I love your pictures. We are planning on taking a trip to SJ maybe we can schedule a photo shoot. Sam's pictures are truly amazing!
I must have read this 4 or times in a row...
Growing up, we always felt like us kids came first, family in general. Yet everything was done... Maybe it just seemed that way...
The rule of thumb when grandchildren come over - stop working and start playing. As they grow up, some playing is more like working but they want to do it - fine with me!
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