asoftmurmur

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Sister in law posted this, and it's pretty much awesome.

Consistency and Discipline (kids)

I was a single mom for the first 8 years of Nate's life.
 My son was an over-active handful to say the least.
 I worked nights, slept days, and spoiled him out of guilt. Never really kept my word when it came to disciplining him. He'd be grounded for the weekend, but I'd let him off after 5 hours because his behavior would do a flip, and he'd act so sweet.

 It did the kid no good.

 When my husband came into the picture, I slowly felt less guilt over the years, and started actually meaning what I said. And,  it worked! My husband was/is my backbone. We discuss, and agree upon punishments, then stick to them!

 Kids crave consistency and discipline.

Last year, we asked it of him, and he maintained a 'C' average.
If not, he'd be grounded. Without the internet, tv, ipod, and not allowed over his friends houses..
He is now such a good student. So respectful.

 Consistently keeping your word works.