A Mother’s Blessing 

                                                                                                    

         

There have been so many days and nights that I have cried out my heartbreak over my child. It has been a humbling experience to see him struggle and not be able to make it all better by willing it to be.  I cannot begin to express my gratitude for what Kids Coins  has done, not only for my son, but our entire family.

       

As I began using the program, I realized that my child was watching me as much as listening. It occurred to me that the best way to teach him was to show him.  I realized that a great deal of my childrens' lackadaisical and willful attitudes were a result of their Daddy and I being tired and “lumpy” when we’re home. My husband works long, physical days as a construction superintendent.  By the time he comes home, he’s wiped out.  I spend my day on the phone and thinking about the details of no less than ten projects at a time.  When I come home I don’t want to think  anymore.  As a result, our children see us “doing” very little.  I can see where being constantly “busy” would have the same result.

      

Since behavioral psychologists have proven children model themselves after what they see much more than what they are told, we have to take responds- ability as parents for the attitude of “I don’t want to” that has been mani- festing in my children.  Implementing the Kids Coins program and completing the same activities myself,  has changed  our home overall and has been such a blessing to our family. 

      

I hope the journaling of our daily activities with Kids Coins and the revelations noted here will help others to see just how effective this charmingly, fun program can bless their home.  I believe that any family that will simply employ the Kids Coins program  for two weeks will see such a change that they will be grateful to have found it!

     

Because of the early success we experienced we made the mistake of not using Kids Coins program long enough.  What I’ve learned is that while the program has been key to helping curb negative attitudes and behavior specifically in our 4 year old son, he is still the same child with  the same basic

character.  It’s never going to be over. Through the grace of God, perseverance  and dedication, we  can do  our part  to parent our children, not

simply feed and clothe them. We will empower them to clearly relate to their emotions and choose how they express themselves and behave.  I know my children will have confidence balanced by consideration and drive balanced by compassion. These precious lives that have been entrusted to us are worth every effort and sacrifice we must make. “I will not die for lack of discipline and instruction, and in the greatness of my folly be led astray and lost.” 

Prov. 5:23

    

With expectant hope of your blessing,

Holly How

     

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