Homespun Philosophy

”....reach down and stroke the head of the child inside you,
......take his hand, and tell him that everything will be alright.”

 

Love this!

 

We all have a hurt child Ann,
.....we have to love them better...xx

 

@Jazzer

 

A beautiful thought,
and a perfect strategy emmalee.
I was so desperate.
I just needed someone to put their arms around me, and tell me I was a lovely little boy, and that my pain should never have happened.
I didn’t find that person until my mid thirties.
I brought up three beautiful children with huge kindness, even though I was still in pain.
Sometimes we learn to be the opposite of our own parents.
Great post. xx

 

@Jazzer

What happened to us as children shouldn't define us for the rest of our lives, but this isn't always an easy task. I envision you as a wonderful, fun and loving Dad, Dave. Your children must adore you.

I spent the first eight years of my life in the foster care system. My mother was a raging alcoholic and could not care for me. There are some kind foster parents and then there are those who should never have a child in their care, I experienced both kinds.

I ended up working in child care. Children should be nurtured.

 

@Jazzer

CHILDREN LEARN WHAT THEY LIVE
Dorothy Law Nolte

If a child lives with criticism,
he learns to condemn.
If a child lives with hostility,
he learns to fight.
If a child lives with fear,
he learns to be apprehensive.
If a child lives with pity,
he learns to feel sorry for himself.
If a child lives with ridicule,
he learns to be shy.
If a child lives with jealousy,
he learns what envy is.
If a child lives with shame,
he learns to feel guilty.
If a child lives with encouragement,
he learns to be confident.
If a child lives with tolerance,
he learns to be patient.
If a child lives with praise,
he learns to be appreciative.
If a child lives with acceptance,
he learns to love.
If a child lives with approval,
he learns to like himself.
If a child lives with recognition,
he learns that it is good to have a goal.
If a child lives with sharing,
he learns about generosity.
If a child lives with honesty and fairness,
he learns what truth and justice are.
If a child lives with security,
he learns to have faith in himself and in those about him.
If a child lives with friendliness,
he learns that the world is a nice place in which to live.
If you live with serenity,
your child will live with peace of mind.