This morning I am trying to get some dishes washed at the sink, and Z comes and stands right up next to me. I asked him politely, impeccably even, if he would please move because I need space (note the absence of the negative.) He doesn't move. I asked him more firmly. He stays. Now I'm physically trying to edge him away from the sink with my hip while my hands are covered in soap and leftover chicken and dumplings. Finally, I have to get up in his face and yell, "Zach MOVE!!!" That did the trick. Why? Why do kids wait to get yelled at in a mean way before they listen?
Is there a morning pass on impeccability if others in the house are not playing nice?
No pass - it's called a challenge for a reason. I think these things happen in the a.m. so you can determine/choose what kind of a day you are going to have OR you can let an outside force (no matter how little) choose it for you.
ReplyDeleteCome over here and say that to my face. ;) (No really, I have coffee and chocolate sauce and I know you're home...)
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