Ok I REALLY like the duct tape answer... that is so very true and is great advice!! Kids are dicks sometimes! But from my heart here are my two pieces of advice.
1. Love unconditionally; yourself, your spouse, your parents, your friends, it goes without saying love your kids. But don't forget about yourself and your relationships. YOU are important. They watch your every move and listen to every word; have a house full of love more than anything else.
2. Pick your battles wisely; some things are truly worth fighting for. Discipline can be very hard. Forgive and forget and don't hold grudges. That includes yourself, you'll make mistakes, LOTS of mistakes. Forgive yourself and remember you are only human. Live with love and that's what your kids will know.
1. Love unconditionally; yourself, your spouse, your parents, your friends, it goes without saying love your kids. But don't forget about yourself and your relationships. YOU are important. They watch your every move and listen to every word; have a house full of love more than anything else.
2. Pick your battles wisely; some things are truly worth fighting for. Discipline can be very hard. Forgive and forget and don't hold grudges. That includes yourself, you'll make mistakes, LOTS of mistakes. Forgive yourself and remember you are only human. Live with love and that's what your kids will know.
