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Yes, those ridiculous dimples are mine. ALL MINE! I take full credit for them, as well as the dimples in the cheeks and chins of my other four kids.
I also like to take credit for Clara’s imagination. Isaac’s sense of humor. William’s love of books. And the list goes on…
But sometimes, my kids reflect back not-so-great traits that I also have to rather sheepishly recognize as my very own. The truth is, our children are often mirrors of our least-attractive behavior. The trick is using those “reflections” to improve, rather than just getting lost in guilt.
My latest Goldfish Smiles story is all about my “five mirrors” and how they help me be a better mom. From the post:
“Rather than getting puffed up with pride when my kids are being awesome (and blaming somebody else for the times they aren’t), I use their not-so-great behavior as a chance to examine my own. Those five ‘mirrors’ in my house are an opportunity to see myself the way my kids see me.”
Read the full post, Five Mirrors in My House, over at Goldfish Smiles – and while you’re there, let me know how your kids take after you!
My little girl in 15 months old now and yes she is just like her Mum and Dad. She loves to sleep, eat, get angry when things just don’t work for her….. It does make you look at how you are and how your children see you. Our little ones make us better people. Loved the article. Thanks.
I see so much of me in Baguette when she has a tantrum. Not because I spend my time shrieking and kicking, but because I know the feelings she’s having in that moment. I know exactly how frustrated and disappointed and confused she feels. And that’s why I always tell her, “Mommy understands.” And when she hears me say that, she starts to calm down.