Delighting in the Days....

Nov. 7, 2006 - Parenting Tool

Want to hear my new parenting tool? It’s very effective! And it is free!

Smiling!

Yes you read that right...smiling!

This is something I am working on. Does that sound ridiculous?

It may sound simple....but sometimes it is hard to smile. I am trying to smile much more. It is funny to see how it affects my children. Go smile at yours and see what happens.

I want my kids to remember me with a smile on my face, not a scowl. It conveys love instead of disapproval and also helps lighten the mood.

I came across a great quote this morning, I’d like to share it with you:

“Let us always meet each other with a smile,
for a smile is the beginning on love.”
Mother Theresa

Which brings me to this verse:

“Let all that you do be done in love.”
1 Corinthians 6:14

What a verse to live by! That would surely make my home much better!

So go smile at those kiddos and let ALL that you do be done in love.
Have a lovely day,
Stacy

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Nov. 7, 2006 - love it

Posted by luvmy2mks

so simple & so profound. somehow so easy to forget. thx for the reminder, i needed that. blessings, mary

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Nov. 7, 2006 - Untitled Comment

Posted by kateyz

It's like that old saying, "you'll catch more flies with honey than with vinegar"
I love it when something so simple can make such a difference!
I try to smile and be cheerful as much as possible. I grew up with a mother who was the complete opposite - I don't want that for my kids.
blessings
Kathleen

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Nov. 8, 2006 - yes...smile.

Posted by Mamma1420

Even in complete and utter exasperation...smile. Does it have to be a genuine happy type smile or can I get away with a devious, I cannot believe this is happening smile? LOL. Where's those fun little smileys when you need them?

Hoping you have a wonderful smile-filled day!
Jessica

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Nov. 9, 2006 - Untitled Comment

Posted by hugs4Him

This is so true. I remember all too many scowls. I have been convicted of needing to smile more. I don't think about it, especially when things are tough during the day. Thanks for this post...

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I am an Australian married to an American, currently living in the U.S.A. Join me as I strive to delight in the moments that make up our days and aim to have a happy family that loves God and serves others.