I'm pretty laid back as a mom. There are certain things I don't tolerate, such as fighting, hurting, or saying mean words. We also have a strict "food stays in the kitchen" policy. But otherwise, I let the kids do a lot of what they want to do. If they start doing something unusual, I ask myself, "Are they doing any lasting damage?" and "Are they having fun or learning something?" If the answer is no to the first, and yes to the second, then I let them proceed. I think childhood should be a time to get messy, make mistakes, and explore the world.
Crayola washable markers -- they really ARE washable!
I'm pretty laid back as a mom. There are certain things I don't tolerate, such as fighting, hurting, or saying mean words. We also have a strict "food stays in the kitchen" policy. But otherwise, I let the kids do a lot of what they want to do. If they start doing something unusual, I ask myself, "Are they doing any lasting damage?" and "Are they having fun or learning something?" If the answer is no to the first, and yes to the second, then I let them proceed. I think childhood should be a time to get messy, make mistakes, and explore the world.
Crayola washable markers -- they really ARE washable!
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Oh, and I adore Crayola Washable markers. I ONLY buy that kind and if the others are given to us as a gift, I donate them! Only, only, only washable markers are allowed!
-Allison
that is hilarioius!!!
what a keepsake of a photo - that is too much! LOL
ps: I just now saw all of your family photos and they are AWESOME!!! I commented on that post (but I know it's from a while ago and didn't know if you'd see it :)