One, Two, Th-u-r...

Sometimes I think I can only count to three...actually more like 2 1/2.

Like most parents I use the "magic three count" to obtain timely obedience from my kids, however, this weekend my son showed me just how silly it looks:

ONE

TWO

TH-U-R...you better give me the phone before I'm forced to do...something, that I really don't want to do...and I am not sure what it is...and I hope I can think of it before you make me say..."EE"...shew you gave me the phone. Thank you...I love you.

Will I still continue to use the "magic three count"? ABSOLUTELY!


It works. It gives me 2 1/2 seconds to regain my composure and my child 2 1/2 seconds to adjust their behavior. My goal as a parent is NOT to find every opportunity to punish my child, but to use every opportunity to teach them (and myself) how to cope with difficult situations.

And yes...there will be difficult situations in life.

Go be well today!

Kym Lamb
Wellness Mommy