Hello all. Had a thought last night over dinner.

What if when we did something for one of our children and then let another take the credit for it?  Maybe an example would make my point better.  Just last night, my wife and I made some cookies.  We called in our oldest to help us serve her sisters.  When she did, both of them thanked her profusely and gave her a hug.  The fact that we made them never even entered their mind (a point neither of us minded in the least).

To them, the cookies came from Big Sister.  The smallest one even offered Big Sis her blankie to hold for a while.  THAT is a big deal around here.  Any way, I just thought it was a great way to help them learn to do things for each other.

As always, feel free to leave your ideas and comments!

My very best,

Brett A Johnston
www.closekids.com