Schooling was dragging on and on and we were getting nowhere. I was so thankful that we took a week off for Spring Break. We had a few really pretty days and took full advantage of them! Although now we are experiencing freezing temps, and have had the wood burning stove lit for a couple of days. Where are you, Spring?
Today was our first day back. It seemed like starting back was less of a struggle than I had expected. Maybe it was because Luke was not 100% at peak health. Maybe it was because he knew I would not back down. Not sure, but I was thankful that we only had one meltdown during our lessons today. I let him make mistakes during Math and he freaked out that he had to start over on the problem he missed. He definitely learned from his mistake. :)
I am trying to be more understanding and forgiving with my children. I'm trying to be a non-aggressive parent. This is difficult for me. I won't lie! I'm used to reacting instead of pausing and thinking and talking. I want the kids to be more independent and self-motivated. And if I control EVERY aspect of their lives, I don't think they will accomplish these meaningful goals.
So I'm putting it out there. I'm going to do my very best to stop yelling and paddling my children. I'm going to be dishing out more positive reinforcements and less negatives. There will be more of putting their noses in the corner or going to their rooms. And we will take more "cool off" time so we can discuss issues more calmly. They are people too! And their opinions matter.
It's time to make a change for the better. God, please guide me!
No comments:
Post a Comment