Into The Fray
As you know, we have made a major transition in our family’s lifestyle this year. My son is going to public school and every day is still a heart ache for me in some ways. It is so hard for me to watch him walk into the doors of that "sacred place of learning". My heart is in my throat when I think about all that he must face there each day.
We have long been in the habit of reading the bible together as a family. We are still doing that, though it is rather tricky to get all of us together these days. But my husband and I have determined to send our son off with a word from the bible and a daily prayer of protection and guidance for him. We have been reading a bit of Proverbs to him each day before school. We all get up early and spend just a few minutes reading some of those words of wisdom to get him started on his day. Then we say a short prayer together.
For those who do not believe in the words of the bible, reading words of inspiration or motivation could provide a great start to your child’s day. Sharing stories of people who have succeeded or overcome or have been through hard times; reading quotes or poems or words of wisdom from any source you deem important. These words will be a tie between you and your child and will hopefully give them some thoughts and insights to hang onto as they daily enter the fray.
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Submitted by silken on Fri, 10/05/2007 - 13:05.
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Entering the fray
It's best to only enter the fray when you are well-equipped. I like your strategy, silken.
good strategy
I especially like Proverbs because there is so much wisdom there and many of them begin w/ "Listen my son..."
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I know many kids who are lucky to have their parents talk to them, or receive a hug. I know - because they cram into our house on a regular occassion.
I like Proverbs, and what is left of The Book of Secrets. I also like the writings of St. August' - even though they were not translated from Greek - just his reahs of Latin scrolls, still, I like the way his mind works.
I think any inspiration
is good for them to hear. I found a quote from Michael Jordan not long ago in Reader's Digest. I shared it w/ my son (a basketball and MJ fan) He said he had just heard that same quote not long before and that he loves it. It is so good to share those inspirations w/ them.
__________________________Fighting the good fight, silken
These moments with your son will be worth the effort for him and will bring you even greater satisfaction when you find that he is doing the smae thing for his children!
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Get paid every time your website is seen...
worth the effort
that's what we are hoping for!
__________________________We would all do better...
...if we began each day with a morning meditation, based on our beliefs, that got us ready for that fray.
TF
morning meditation
I really think it helps us to focus. we really feel the difference if we miss it. I agree that it's a really good practice for everyone.
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