Today's word is: Integrity
Raising children is a challenge. Some days, it seems an insurmountable task- testing your patience, knowledge and sanity. Lately Dane, my 6 year old son has decided to start lying on a regular basis. Granted, the majority of these lies are silly, fluffy and white and don't really cause any major damage to him or anyone else. But it has made me wonder- are we naturally inclined to lie? How does someone so small seem to be drawn to the concept of being dishonest? Well, the jury is still out on that one. I personally believe that it is just another way to test limits. Another chapter in the book of children wanting to break free from their parents and the rules they set. An ugly little glimpse into what even the tiniest people will do to get what they want, without consequence. After a series of lies, I tried to have a conversation with him about lying. I covered all the usual bases- how there is no need to lie, how he will be in MORE ...