I know there are times when our children can really be a pain in the butt. I know they can get on our nerves periodically. I know if it wasn't for my child then I personally don't think my life would have become what it has become today. It amazes me when I look back over the last twelve years of my life and see my daughter continuing to grow up. It seems like yesterday when I use to bathe her, feed her, and watching every move she made in the house so she wouldn't run into any of the furniture. I know twelve years don't seem like a long time; but if you have been through what I've been through over the course of her young life then you'll understand why I appreciate my daughter.

Through it all though; my daughter has turned out to be a remarkable young lady. It's funny how the years truly do fly. Now she's off to school each and every day, catching the school bus, coming and going to her extra-curricular activities and enjoying the time of her life. I have to appreciate all that has happened in my life when it comes to me being a parent and raising my one and only daughter. She's typical and like any other child, having her own way of thinking and she is the joy of my life. One thing I do is let my child know how much I appreciate her. Give your child their props now. Don't wait until some sugar daddy comes along and sweet talk her and sweep her off her feet. Let her know now how remarkable she is to you and express your feeling towards your child. If you have a son then treat him the same way with the respect of not letting some sweet sugar momma sweep him off his feet and blow him into an outer-space entrapment.

Regardless of the challenges, pain and disappointment your child can bring into your life, it should help bring out the best in you. You and I made a conscience choice decision when it came to having children. So, it's our responsibility to raise them to help shape and develop their character and watch them mature into young adults; but by the same token during this process your lifestyle and character should have been improved as you have grown as a parent, meaning if it wasn't for the changes and attitude adjustments you had to deal with being a parent you never would have become the parent you are today. Are you a responsible parent today?

Regardless if you are a single-parent or are happily married, parenting is a two-fold deal. One good way of making sure you and your child are on one accord and are bonding is by showing how appreciative you are of him or her. This type of parenting will teach both you and your child how to have mutual respect for each other and it will show others in general how to have a good and lasting relationship with their children. Express your feelings to your child or children and let them know how much you appreciate them.

Your child or children are an asset to you and not a liability. Look, Children are a heritage from the Lord, the fruit of your womb is a reward. Psalm 127:3. If you are struggling with your parental rights and responsibilities sign-up to receive tips on life in general and I can help you with your parenting concerns.
Copyright © 2007 Clark A. Thomas