Resolutions for Parents
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3. At least once a day I will praise something about my children and be wary of excessive criticism.
4. I will give my children freedom and privacy and teach them the proper use of both.
Resolutions for Parents
1. I will show my children daily that I love them - by what I say and what I do.
2. I will go regularly with my children to church, recognizing that religion will give us both strength and guidance in a family relationship.
3. At least once a day I will praise something about my children and be wary of excessive criticism.
4. I will give my children freedom and privacy and teach them the proper use of both.
5. I will listen to my children and make opportunities for them to talk with me - never being too busy.
6. I will keep our home usable for the children's activities, a place for hobbies, storage for personal treasures, and a ready welcome for their friends.
7. I will do these things with my children as well as for them: read, walk, picnic, sight-see, visit.
8. When I am tired and nervous, I will be extra careful before I speak.
9. I will recognize and respect my children's individual personalities and not expect them to be of the same pattern.
10. I will keep the promises I make to my children, and teach them to be dependable.
- The Christian Mother, Old Union Reminder
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One of these days you'll explode and shout to all the kids, "Why don't you just grow up and act your age!" And they will...
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Take a moment to listen today
To what your children are trying to say
Listen today, whatever you do
Or they won't be there to listen to you.
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Children need to feel comfortable discussing spiritual issues. It's important for them to understand that your reason for sharing is because you love and care for them. The biggest mistake adults make is over-complicating the Gospel. Remember to think like children. Speak their language.
