We were reviewing for Danae’s first achievement test last week and came across examples of polite expressions in her English book. The exercise was for her to choose the proper response for a specific situation. Things like how to respond when someone thanks you. Should you say “Whatever!” or “You’re welcome!”? The most interesting scenario was of a child who broke something by accident and was sorry for what she did. The choices of the parent’s response were “What did you do??? You broke it!” or “It’s alright. Just help me clean it up.” Danae of course knew the right answer but then told me “You always do that!”
Hahahaha! I knew she would call me on that. I heard myself as I was reading the choices with her. I laughed out so loud. She really got me there!
What a way to get rebuked. The things we know are right, are oftentimes different from the way we act. I’m the type who overreacts first before being rational (well mostly when it comes to my family). It is in my knowledge to respond calmly in situations like that but it has yet to translate into action. I was reminded to practice what I was actually preaching. Now, to help Danae to also respond right, I have to set the example. I have to step up and be more mindful of my actions. As they say, kids do what we do, not what we say.
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haha.. I’m also gulty with this..-> The things we know are right, are oftentimes different from the way we act. Be mindful of our actions. Korek! Kids are smarter now.. bravo danae.. thanks Ms. Phoebe! 😀
with parenting comes great responsibility. i’m also getting all kinds of corrections
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haha! it reminds me to be careful on how we act.. being an adult doesnt mean we’re always right compared to kids.. Thanks for sharing Phoebs! panalo! galing ni Danae.. 😉