http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kl1ujzRidmU&feature=player_embedded#!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJCYuybp6DU&feature=channel
Okay, so this is the guy who posted a video
on FB in response to his daughter's rant about chores in the home. I
know he went over the top but damn this guy is a wake up call to
America. Watch it and listen and though you and I may not complete
agree with his tactics look around at how parents are crippling their
children all around the world and creating an entitlement generation.
In our home our children get hugs and kisses and sleep with us regularly and get homemade cookies and at least 2 hot meals a day and playdates with friends and trips to the library and to historical and cultural events. They also get daily chores and consequences if expectations are not met. They are given presents on birthdays and Christmas. They are also given the opportunity to purchase ALL of their own toys the remainder of the year. In fact, our son is currently saving his hard earned money for a DS. He has over $100 and very proud of that though he has been tempted to spend said money on other things.
As society improves and technology increases and the focus on children and education continues to grow, many parents become slaves to their children's wants and desires. I can honestly say that I am so grateful we have decided to think out of the box in regards to educating our kids as there are few status symbols on our campus and kids with the latest technologies know to leave it and talk of it (mostly) at home. No one knows name brands and whether or not you purchase your groceries from a local farm is more important that whether or not you are wearing Prada.
I'd love to hear your opinion of this video so feel free to comment or to send me a shout out via email!
Happy Parenting.
Dana
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