Parenting 101

Over the years (nearly 12 to be exact) I've learned that part of being a good parent is taking risks. I don't mean the kind that put one in harms way, or at least that is never my intention. This more about trying to keep the peace in one's own family, between siblings to be exact.

Lately, I've been pondering an idea that I hope would get our girls to learn to get along better. They are still young and they are at a "crossroads" when it comes to dealing with one another and maturing to the next level. This morning I proposed my idea to them...

They would sleep in one room and play in another. The pros and cons to this plan weigh about equally. This idea could turn out to be a wonderfully, beautiful catalyst that would take their maturity and "sisterhood" to the next level OR could seriously backfire and create chaos and dissension. This is a risk I'm willing to take.

The girls are extremely excited about this and have promised me to try and make this work. Part of me still wonders if I'm throwing myself into the fire but a bigger part of me trusts that they are ready for a BIG change of some kind. I refuse to let my logical self listen to the doubt that always 2nd guesses my decision. Stay tuned for updates in the coming days and weeks! I'm excited to see how this change unfolds.

If we aren't making our BIG move "home" yet. Then we'll make some smaller *big* moves within our family dynamic. Who knows this may work even more to our benefit when our TIME comes.