It's just me and him, circling
and negotiating his wants, my needs
as the many days of summer
stretch out long and too lean.
Today's goal was to wield kindness
like a sword. Spend precious hours
focused on him, only and fiercely,
showing him that he's loved, even
though I won't give into demands.
A hot dog, a cardboard box,
and green spray-can hair dye
gave me more peaceful work time
than an entire afternoon of yelling.
Kindess. Attention. Time. They actually work.
New goal: Keep it up, woman.
***This post is part of Six Word Fridays.***
Sometimes it's negotiating...and love mixed with patience :)
Kindness, attention and time...even I want more of that!! Add not giving in to their demands to this and you have a powerful combination. Deep breath...continue!
I love your encouraging "Keep it up woman!" Great job.
This is SO GOOD.
I admire, respect, and love the way you parent. Your words always show such a real, true love for your kids. It's a beautiful thing.
It's a great goal, and one that I think is achievable at least once a day. Hope you're well.
Amazing what actually works, isn't it?
Glad you two had special time together to start the summer! :)
Keep it up, indeed, Kelly! I believe in you. You can do it!!
It's harder than it looks. Good plan!
I love the 'keep it up woman'! Kindness does take effort to sustain. As does patience ;)
Amen!! They test us our boys, and yet they need us in ways we sometimes forget. Thank you for reminding me.
Great reminder Kelly. Adore the last stanza.
kelly, this is fabulous. amen and amen.