Sometimes I get so upset at my children for different things -- messy, unorganized, inconsiderate, fussy, etc. Other times, I'm so glad they are overall grateful children who are able to give thanks for so many things, usually joyful, compassionate, kind, generous, obedient (sort of), doesn't talk back.
Contemplating on these things, as I look around my workspace, I find that it's a bit unorganized with piles of things here and there. Though I'm not messy to the point of my kids, compared to my sister or someone who is organized, it is. I rationalize that my sleeping area is also my exercise, workspace, library, game room and living room. It tends towards clutter as my children and I share this area.
So, how can I get upset for my kids for being messy & unorganized when I'm sort of that way? As I work to be a better role-model here, I see there are areas that I have done well, by the grace of God. It's in the area of gratitudes, blessings, godliness, compassion, generosity. Though my generosity isn't financial now, there are many other areas that I can be generous on and that is what my kids see. They pour this out to others.
Our children are often a big reflection of us, like it or not.
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