It's fun having a kindergartener, although, I don't feel I'm old enough. I got to go help at his "harvest" party yesterday and see him interact with his classmates. He was so excited to show off his little sister her sit by him on the carpet and make sure she got treats, too.
I've learned a few things from kindergarten so far. They have a list of rules. The list is short, and they are all to the point. They say them every day, and my son is learning them well, although not always following them.
I've decided these few simple rules are all that is needed for humanity. If only we'd follow them, the world would be a much better place.
Rule 1. Always try your best. If everyone tried their best, more would be accomplished, people would feel better about themselves. The world would be happier.
Rule 2. Keep your hands, feet and objects to yourself. We could say goodbye to a lot of violence.
Rule 3. Follow directions the first time. How many times do we put of doing what should have been done yesterday. How often do I put off my children saying "just a minute" and then forget until they have to remind me again an hour later.
Rule 4. Be kind and respectful. Think of the world wide peace this could bring.
Rule 5. Be a good listener. I know that I personally need to work on this. The world can get so busy and noisy that we don't listen to what our children are really saying, what our spouses really need, what our neighbors (meaning everyone:) could use help with, and most importantly, what our Heavenly Father wants for us. We all need to find quiet time to really listen.
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Hey- I have those rules posted on my fridge! :D
I'm bad at following directions the first time too. My boys often ask for something and I'll say "just a minute" too and then totally forget it. They don't usually wait an hour to remind me though. :)
Thanks for the reminder of life's simple rules.
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