Tip of the Day 3/12/12

I took a few days break to spend with my hubby over the weekend. Now it is time to get back to some tips.

With Spring Breaks upon us let's take a look at some good skills to instill in our children. Are you tired of the mountains of laundry your children generate? Break the habit of clean clothes that they don't want to put away ending up in the laundry. As soon as a child is old enough to read, follow multiple instructions, and reach the controls on the washer and dryer (even with a step stool) have them start doing laundry. Start with the loads that can't be ruined too easily, whites, towels, sheets, and then work up to their own clothing. I believe you will find fewer dirty towels and clothing in the laundry room. Every kid, male or female, should head off to college with the knowledge of how to do their own laundry. Their future spouse will thank you.

Word for Today, Gracious: When we hear this word it brings to mind thoughts of gentleness and kindness. I believe we would all like to be thought of as gracious in our actions. We walked along the pier last night and I was so dismayed at the language I was hearing even young girls using, throwing around words that are ugly and offensive. If we want to be considered kind and gentle, we need to make our speech and behavior gracious. "The beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit is very precious in the sight of God."