The Importance of Being Calm

Once upon a time I was quick to anger, and slow to understand.  I’ve come a long way, and I keep progressing.  I found a couple of pictures lately that echo my thoughts pretty accurately on these things.

Angry Bird Dark Side

It’s funny because, after playing this game for a short time with the kids we discussed how forgiveness works, and why one should not let anger destroy them.Attitude of Gratitude

Corrupting the Youth

Being a parent isn’t always easy, but as one generic coach might tell his generic sports ball prodigy “Everything is possible, if you just keep your eye on the goal.”  Though, with kids; there are many goals… one is definitely corrupting them to be as nerdy (specialized) as their parents.

My boys and I were preparing dinner (crock pot stew, totally amazing!) I caught my son whistling this song:

I’m not sure if I should be proud, or mortified ;)

*Special note:  I listen to the music video occasionally, because it amuses me, and I whistle all the time, for the same reason.  It seems they do watch what we do.