Consistancy
This year I have really prayed that God help me to be consistent. Consistent in my work, consistent in my parenting, consistent in my prayer life and consistent in my bible study. He has shown me some specific things about my parenting through the book, Have a new kid by Friday . While reading this God made me aware of the areas where I was inconsistent. I am a discipline oriented parent and expect my kids to obey me the first time. My expectations may have been there but I realized that I did not always follow through with them. Once I implemented the clear plan from this book I saw my children in a matter of a week become, obedient, gracious and loving. My four year old stopped protesting every request because he realized quickly that I was operating in a consistent fashion. He of all my boys is very rules oriented and can see inconsistencies readily. It was he that showed an amazing turn around. I am no longer stressed by how my children are behaving because they are compliant...