Now I understand about a child's use of politics. These little beings don't understand much in the way of political science and yet.....They Do. Indeed,....they Do!!
I have become sharply aware of this truth through the behaviors of my 35 mo. old daughter, Shayla. She is the sweetest thing and yet so smart that it becomes painfully poignant when other relatives are around. I think way back to when I was a kid and remember the relief that I felt when my Grandma or my Uncle or Aunt would give me some liberty or allowance that I was not normally granted---a fresh air of freedom in the arms of my relatives! I remember that, even to this day. One of my daughter's bibs says something to the effect of, "What Happens at Grandma's House, Stays at Grandma's House"!! That's the Spirit!! Hehe!
This is the benediction of children and the frustration of parents, but it's perfect how it is. I have to keep reminding myself of that as I reassert my authority and place in the mind of my child after the relatives go back home. "Yes, I am Still your Father and Yes, You still Do have to Do what I ask of You."
They are little bears for a little while once you folks leave: resisting authority, talking back. They would throw a Protest March if they knew how!!
God Bless the Relatives! They help me to get better at my Job. :) "Hey Shayla, give me that Rudder", I remark as the door closes. :)
I have become sharply aware of this truth through the behaviors of my 35 mo. old daughter, Shayla. She is the sweetest thing and yet so smart that it becomes painfully poignant when other relatives are around. I think way back to when I was a kid and remember the relief that I felt when my Grandma or my Uncle or Aunt would give me some liberty or allowance that I was not normally granted---a fresh air of freedom in the arms of my relatives! I remember that, even to this day. One of my daughter's bibs says something to the effect of, "What Happens at Grandma's House, Stays at Grandma's House"!! That's the Spirit!! Hehe!
This is the benediction of children and the frustration of parents, but it's perfect how it is. I have to keep reminding myself of that as I reassert my authority and place in the mind of my child after the relatives go back home. "Yes, I am Still your Father and Yes, You still Do have to Do what I ask of You."
They are little bears for a little while once you folks leave: resisting authority, talking back. They would throw a Protest March if they knew how!!
God Bless the Relatives! They help me to get better at my Job. :) "Hey Shayla, give me that Rudder", I remark as the door closes. :)