More thoughts on P&Rs:
6. bedtime snuggle
- be finished with teeth and PJs by 8:30
- lie down quietly in bed in the dark
[I like Flockmother's technique of being available during a specific timeslot, and if the kids aren't ready by then, they have lost their chance for the night - there is much noodling around here.]
7. use iPhone
- sit on the floor (H)
- give it back when asked
- handle it carefully
- no throwing of anything except balls (H)
8. extracurricular activities (gymnastics, piano, etc - classes)
- get ready to go on time
- be prepared with whatever is needed for class
- practice piano at least 5x/week
This morning I allowed Hazel to go out of the house in a bikini top, purple long john pants, red patent leather shoes, and rainbow mittens. I wish I had a picture. She refused any kind of shirt or coat - it is 35 degrees today. After internally debating really going to the store with her in this very exposed get-up, I did it. Got some curious looks but also many understanding smiles.
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What an image! I so wish I could see her in that.
ReplyDeleteI'm looking forward to hearing what responsibilities Toby comes up with. That seems like such a black box to me...will they come up with serious stuff? How much will their thoughts agree with ours? What if they don't really WANT something (the extracurricular activity, the TV time), what do they tend to choose then? Oi....