It seems that discipline is a pendulum - we become too lax, so we get strict for a while, then we relax, and so on. With so many special things in December, we've been more lax than usual for a while. Now that the holidays are (mostly) over, it's time to get back to normal.
Suddenly we have to be firm on eating habits and going to bed all over again. Some attitude adjustments have had to be made as well.
This morning was not fun.
Last night, after Elizabeth had repeatedly gotten out of bed, I found her sitting outside in the hallway. I gave her a stern look and said, "Elizabeth. I'm disappointed." She protested, "I keep getting up because God tells me it's morning!" (It's tough to argue with God!)
Today she said mournfully, "I'm very sad and lonely." When I asked why, she continued, "Because my candy and gum is almost gone."
Anyone have any tips on adjusting back to normal life?
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