Flashes of Humanity
I'll be the first to admit that parenting a 13 year old isn't my favorite.
Having said that, the children and I were at the store today and a lady came up to us to tell us how absolutely beautiful our youngest is. All three children were there but Rachael was the only one the lady commented upon.
I expected something nasty from my 13 year old...but I didn't get it. Instead, our son patted Rachael on the back and said, 'I told you you were the most beautiful girl in your grade!'
I suspect it's these flashes of humanity that keep us going through the teenage years!
Watch your children closely
so you notice those flashes of humanity
...for your own sake!
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Reader Comments (2)
How nice that you had a great reaction from the 13 year old. It can hurt to be left out of a compliment at any age!
Yes. It can hurt but he took it well. It's a hard lesson for all of us to be gracious when others receive a complement isn't it? As always, thanks for your comment Sally.