We are experiencing some terrible two's at our house. Some issues I am trying to manage in the most loving, and biblical way I know. I have a beautiful, energetic, very independent, and somewhat strong-willed daughter, who's also a sweetheart too. But I say all that to preface my story:
Rebecca and I were riding in the car and playing games to pass the time. I would ask her, "What do cows give us?" And she would answer "Milk!" Then I'd ask something like, "What do bees give us?" And she would say, "Honey!". And so on. Then she asked me, "What do Mogli's give us?" (That's her nickname for herself). So I smiled and said, "They give us LOVE!" Thinking I would get the same response from her, I asked, "What do mommies give us?" She enthusiastically answered,.......
"Spankings!"
My parents think this is a funny story, but it really breaks my heart! Perhaps I've been too hard on her?
Monday, February 4, 2008
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4 comments:
absolutely not! (Although it would bug me as well) The bible says that if you love them you will discipline them, so spanking= love. The fact that she answered enthusiastically shows that she has suffered no harm from your loving discipline. You are a great mom, wish we got to see you more!
Amen to what Betsy said. You are such a terrific mom . . . keep loving your sweet girl just the way you do!!
Spankings = Love. The Lord disciplines those He loves and parents must do the same. She is getting it and you are fine.
Okay, I just read Betsy's entry and I am laughing that we said the exact same thing and I never saw her words! So there you go, it must be true!
Really, you are a FABULOUS mama and she is in the best hands. It is your job to teach her. You want her to learn at the hands of someone who loves her opposed to someone who doesn't... like a boss one day. You go girl! You are teaching the truth in love. M
I love it. You are the best mommy ever! I miss y'all!!
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