Jesus said, “…the mouth speaks out of that which fills the heart.”
As it concerns my tale today, you may decide whether or not this is a good thing. I’m sharing because it made me laugh. Bend over, hold my stomach, laugh.
Boyfriend-Who-Is-My-Husband and I are very intentional in using every possible opportunity to teach our little ones not only how to behave, but why we should behave that way. The last thing we want is to raise little pharisees with model behavior and nasty hearts.
One of the lessons we’ve been working on recently is not to swear or make oaths, but to say what you mean and mean what you say. It’s cutting down on the idle threats and empty promises, and we’re fans of that. (It’s also helping them really grasp why we–as parents–say something once and mean it. That time.)
Yesterday, Short Son bought himself a very special toy that he’d been working hard to save for. He wouldn’t set it down, no matter where he went. Giant asked if he could see it for a minute (because he’s a long-time fan of this particular toy and has his own extensive collection). When Short Son was asked, he cocked his little head to the side, and I could see those wheels turning. Finally, he took a deep breath, cleared his throat, and said, “Um, I’m going to let my no be no.”
That settles it. I guess we’ll work on sharing generously next.
I love it. Love those babies. Looking forward to you ATD posts. The font color is GREAT on here, but didn’t show up AT ALL in my Google Reader. I thought you posted a blank. I had to highlight it to read it. But then I had to come here to comment anyway, so I suppose it didn’t matter.
Aw, Mom. You’re thweet.
Erynn, I’ll try the bold without the white then, eh?
Sally, while I was messing with the color, I lost the post and had to republish. I lost your fun comment as well. Sad. Come back again!
LOL Well at least he’s honest 🙂 And sometimes I think it’s okay for them to have their own special toys that they don’t have to share (especially if he worked and saved for it). Wouldn’t you love to hear them use this line on a friend trying to coax them into doing something naughty? 🙂 He’s getting your message 🙂
Blessings,
Mel
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Us old people love the darker color!!! LOL!!! Can’t wait to read more.
Mel, enjoyed reading your blog. Thanks for the opportunity! Keep it up!