I noticed that it was time for the younger children to go to bed last night. I started to walk towards the lounge and I heard me! I heard the exact words I say when I send the little ones to bed. And because the younger three don't give much respect to their older sisters I also heard what I say when they are being disobedient. It was my daughter sending her siblings to bed. It was not just the words she used but also her voice sounded like mine and her tone. Recently I saw a quote that said:
What the daughter does, the mother did.
Well I hope that will not be the case in all areas as I would hate my girls to make some of the stupid mistakes I made. But I do see my girls copy me which can be both terrifying and complimentary. Here are five things I hope my girls do better than me. Without explanation.
1. Manage their money
2. Manage their relationships. With boys and family.
3. Recognise their self worth.
4. Education, education, education.
5. Tidy as they go. Their rooms and their lives. |
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1 comment:
I read and re-read your description about you having 11 children?? I just had my 2nd baby and already Im struggling. Sigh, I guess I have much to learn.
My 1st girl is turning 4 soon and even now I notice that her behavior and the way she talk reminds me of me. Unfortunately it's the negative side of me that i wished she hadn't picked up. The way she shout, scold and loses her temper. Times like these made me wish I was a better mom and had better control of my temper.
Anyway, you have a lovely family and blog. Will definitely come back again. :)
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