My goal is to do one post a week on a different parenting issue. I may find a chapter in a book I'm reading and discuss that. If you have something you would love to hear about. Let it be made known and I'll see what I can do.
Friday, April 3, 2009
Why create this blog?
Last week I was in search of a blog about raising children. Something I could get some info on lots of different topics. I couldn't see anything that struck me. So I decided I would start my own. If only just for myself. Most of my close friends know that I read more books about children and parenting then I do novels. I really like to get different views and ideas. I find when I'm in a parenting pickle I often remember something I've read or heard and it will help me. So I think the more I keep reading I'm just adding to this reservoir of knowledge and inspiration. I'm hoping with this blog I can share things as I learn and maybe someone else will be helped as well. You may totally disagree with something I've tried. I think that's great, I would love to see what works for you. No child is the same, so share what works for you. I hope this can be a place we can learn together how to be better parents. Children are worth it was something I thought of today because I think we could go the easy out and be permissive parents who let their children get away with a lot. But is that the best way that will teach them and guide them to be successful adults? I don't think so. Parenting can be down right exhausting but I say Children are worth the effort!
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I love to read parenting books too. It's always good to refresh what you learn. I'll have to link this site too, I always like to hear other parents advice.
ReplyDeleteHave you looked at this one? I really like it. She's actually right up by you guys in Logan. VERY helpful! http://babywisemom.blogspot.com/ I'm excited to see what you have to say too!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on starting this blog. I read your comment on Snuggy Bug and the problem is fixed. So sorry for the inconvenience, have a great day.
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ReplyDeleteI love it! I read books on this topic a lot too and pick and choose the things that work for me. Funnily enough, it seems my girls switch tricks as soon as I think I have it figured out. I'm learning I need to think REALLY long term as we take this journey together. I agree - Children ARE worth it!
ReplyDeleteHey Heather, I tried to post a comment on your newest post but it didn't have a link to comment. I haven't read that book but it sounds like a great one. The one I've been reading is called Everyday Parents Raising Great Kids. It's by James D. MacArthur. The thing I like about this book is that it tries yo get you to think about your way of parenting. You rate yourself on questions like I am Mild or I am stubborn and write the effect you have on your family. There are a ton of questions trying to figure out how you parent and where you got your parenting skills from (Mom or Dad, others) I hope that makes sense. I wish Kevin and I were a little better on the weekly dates but were not in a swap group anymore so it's getting expensive to get babysitters. We probably go out every other week.
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