I’ve Seen-I’ve Heard!
Every mother is familiar with the never-give-up wants and wishes of her children. Mary expresses her longing for a particular doll. Tommy daily hounds both his mother and dad for a bike. Later it will be for a car or a special trip. Whatever the thing desired, a child apprears to believe there’s merit in persisting. Sometimes we’re driven to exclaim, “I heard you. I know what you want.” and our tone says “Now that’s enough; I don’t want to hear it one more time.”
We can’t always give our children what they ask. And it would not be best for them if we could. However, we can listen to their requests, and share why we might not be able to meet them. Our children are gifts to us and we need to tenderly care for each of their needs whether it be spiritually, emotionally or financially.
Be sure to let them know that you have heard them and will consider their requests and give them according to what you feel is best for them.
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