Every now and then, our youngest daughter will reminds us to listen to her. As parents we are eager to pass down the knowledge we have. Occasionally our well-meant intentions are met with disdain and protest.
I do not want to wear those clothes today, I want my hair made into a pom-pom and more. We have learnt to be open to their desires and choices. Listening to them is part of parenting. After all, every child is unique in their own way and personality.
To sum up, as much as we lend an ear to their dialogues we have check points in place. Not always do what they want sell, we are still parents and ‘we still know better.’ Consequently, listen to me or us is still a valid protest in this house.
Lend an ear, you may learn something new…