Sometimes I wrestle with getting chores or homework done with my children. (Ever happen with your children?) After dealing with tears, exhorting with Scripture, trying a few threats, discussions of virtue, throwing in a reference to the gospel once or twice, the chore is accomplished. (As you can see, I’m not yet at the point where […]
The Messy Floor, Part 2
Awhile back all three children were happily making things at the dining room table. At some point, they stopped (I must have told them to clean up, but I’m not sure). When I came later to inspect the dining room table, I discovered it was completely clean. The kids actually put everything away properly. I […]
The Messy Floor, Part 1
Ever wrestle with feeling guilty about something you do as a mom, and not really being sure if you’re making the right decision? Here is the thing I’ve been thinking about: Is it true that if I pick up something that my children left out without correcting them or handing out “consequences,” then I’m teaching […]
Secret of Teamwork
A concept that my mom spends a lot of time with in her book is teamwork. We hear of teamwork in the corporate world frequently, but it’s not common to talk of it in parenting discussions. I know that I’m more inclined to see myself as a CEO (Go clean your room) than a coach […]
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