Boys

I love my boys! But sometimes they drive me crazy.

I need a sound proof room in my house. My ears and brain are really tired of hearing shooting and explosion sound effects from 4 little mouths. Why must this be the sound of choice?

God must have a really good sense of humor. He chose to give 4 boys to a mom who did not have brothers growing up and who is still mystified by most things male. At least I love football!

I'm slowly learning how to parent boys, and it's very different than parenting girls. Fortunately, my husband is a boy (great how that works out!) so he helps give me insight and perspective. And God is ever faithful. I love Him for that. I also love how He is gentle with me, showing me the error of my ways without pounding me over the head, and guiding me into a better approach. I can't imagine parenting without the Lord!

I feel pretty confident about my "little boy" parenting, but as they become bigger and older and more detached from me......it is harder to find the balance between me loving on my boys and showing them the respect they need as little men. Some of our discipline techniques have had to change. It is trickier to maintain the same standard of behavior and obedience while not doing or saying anything that inadvertently belittles them or dishonors who God has made them to be. Does that make sense?

Going to find a sound proof corner now for just a few moments of peace and quiet. Oh wait, I hear a coup beginning, I better go hide!