Perfect Day!

Today was an absolutely perfect day, in so many ways. First, the sun was shining and the weather was warm, and I got to share most of the day outside with my 3 favorite little people! (sorry no photos from the day). It was especially nice because I woke up with a new determination - to be the absolute BEST parent I can be by parenting from "the brain" vs. from the heart or gut. Last night I attended a meeting which featured an excellent speaker, Corwin Kronenberg, who talked about "Parenting Styles". He was so funny & refreshing and it really made me sit up and take note of ways Dave and I can improve our effectiveness in teaching our children about responsibility. As I was leaving for the meeting last night, I told the munchkins I was going to learn more about being a better mommy. Lindsey said, "GREAT idea, mom!" I had to laugh but then I thought to myself, maybe she was totally serious? Either way, I learned alot.

When I got home last night, I reviewed the information with Dave and we both agreed it was something we wanted to commit to and today we put it into practice. I have to say, it worked perfectly and they responded very well to our new approach. In fact, we were riding our bikes around a lake and Lindsey stopped dead in her tracks and said, "Mom, I have to tell you something". She got off her bike, ran over to me with open arms, hugged me tightly, kissed me on the lips with a big sloppy wet kiss and said, "I love you SO much, mommy. You are the best mom!". She then ran back over to her bike, got back on and pedalled full blast to catch up with Dylan and Taylor. It was SO precious, especially since she gave up being in the lead to do so (it's a constant race with LTD).

It's only the beginning and "The Best is yet to come!"