It’s Harder Than It Seems

I was watching Reba tonight and it was about being a parent and having to discipline your child. I didn’t see the entire episode, but apprently Reba spanked Barbara Jean. There was an interesting scene at the end when Reba and Barbara Jean were discussing how hard it is to be a mother and having to say “No” and hearing your child say that he/she hates you when you do.

It made me think of Aiden and how wonderful he is during this time in his life. He is learning and achieving and making me so proud of him. I’m sure these days will be fleeting and he will be into things and getting in trouble and forcing me to be the disciplinarian. Chris and I have had several conversations regarding being good role models and how we are going to be a united front when having to say no.

While I feel better that Chris and I agree on how to raise Aiden, when the time comes to put it into action who knows what will actually happen. I already know that I have a tendency to lose my temper when I am too tired or haven’t eaten. What if reality doesn’t even come close to the fairytale I have dreamed up, like all of the heart to heart talks I plan to have with Aiden. What if he doesn’t understand why I have to say no and instead has a temper tantrum. I know what kids can be like, but it’s different when it’s your child. It will be interesting to see how things turn out and how we handle them. Only time will tell.

Add comment January 20th, 2006