I have been having a tough time with Ingy Badingy lately. We've been at loggerheads. She's been in a state of discipline more times than not, which for her has meant no TV. Pure torture. Her attitude has been sour, her words poorly-chosen: snippy and disrespectful. She is mean to her sister. She's been selfish. I've read "the books" and "done" the suggestions. I know it's a heart issue -- I really do.
I drove her to school today after another morning of battling, I was in tears all the way home. I just am discouraged...the specter of another 11 years of this broken relationship is daunting.
I was going through some of my old blog posts, and found
this encouragement. Hope it's a shot in the arm for you today, too. I know I needed it.
2 comments:
*sigh* We've been having weeks like that off and on with Mattaya, too. Prayers for you (and for her, too!). Thanks for sharing the blog post--very motivating. At our house we really like Ginger Plowman's book, and now we're reading Gospel-Powered Parenting which is an AMAZING breath of fresh air and perspective.
Praying for you friend. I understand how hard and discouraging it can be. Much love to you all!
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