She started her post with a story about her kids wanting to actually see if it was hot enough to fry an egg. I read that and immediately said "no way!" but then after reading her post, why not? is the question I asked myself. Also my friend Devin is taking the challenge...stop on over at her blog and check out her post. She is much better at words than I am, so enjoy!I must confess I find it so easy to just say no to the boys all the time!
Can we play in the mud?
No I don't want to bathe you early or wash your muddy clothes!
Can we go to the park?
No Cole is napping, it is too hot, etc.
Can we paint for a craft today?
No it will make a big mess that I don't want to clean!
Can we build a fort, lego train track, train track, etc.?
No, I can't build it wait for Daddy to come home...
As I read over these, I am just a plain old boring mom who doesn't like to make messes or have fun. But that is not how God made my little boys! I am going to try and not worry about the mess, the cleaning up, or the extra effort it will take to say yes to their requests! I need to stop being so selfish and put the boys needs ahead of my cleanliness and laziness!
Anyone care to join me? I can't wait to read about all our "YES" adventures this month!
***DISCLAIMER*** This does not mean we are going to be passive mommas this month and let our kids do just about anything! Really people, I do have a brain and will use it!!!
5 comments:
I think Brandy is too old besides I very seldom if ever tell her no. I am such a pushover.
What a great idea! Your post is so true for me too. I may have to join you on this challenge!
When the girls were little, I realized I said no a lot out of habit. It's a mom thing!
I wish I hadn't said no so much. They grow up sooooo fast. Enjoy the messes and make lots of memories.
It seems like we aren't the only ones that do this Kara, so don't feel too bad! There were tons and tons of comments on Jill's blog, of moms who are in the same boat. The important thing is that we are working to change it! I am in, so glad you are too! (and you are GREAT with words, by the way!)
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