Sunday, May 13, 2012

10 Things I've Learned From My Mother

1) A mother's love is the most important ingredient in the growth of a child.
2) Teach your children the meaning of these 3 words: sharing, caring, and cooperation.
3) Praise in public, and correct in private.
4) A child can never have too many hugs and kisses.
5) Positive reinforcement is the best way to earn your child's respect.
6) Negative behaviour is usually a result of negative attention.
7) No matter the age, children are never too old for a cuddle.
8) Support your child no matter their interests.
9) A mother's heart is always capable of loving more children.
10) Lead by example, because your children are always watching and learning from what you say and do.

3 Generations - the one who made me a mom, and the one who taught me how to be a mom

I have been raised by the most loving, caring mother in the world, and for that I'm am truly thankful. And to all the ladies I know who have the hardest, most important, and most rewarding job in the world, I wish you a special day today, and hope that you take the time to celebrate the fabulous person that is YOU! Happy Mother's Day!

22 comments:

  1. I love that 3 generations photo of you guys. Your daughter looks like a little cutie-pie and is so happy - and the two of you look so lovely! You are very lucky to have your mom in your life. I loved your list - especially "never too old for a cuddle' (so true!) and "a mother's love is the most important ingredient in the growth of a child." Well said!

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  2. I love #3. Very true. Actually, the whole list is wonderful. Your mama is one smart woman.
    Lovely picture of you three beauties.

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  3. What a great picture and a great list. Wonderful advice in that list!

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  4. This is such a beautiful list, I love it! A mother's love is SO important along with cuddles, praise and acceptance. So good and lovely picture as well. Hope you had a great Mother's Day today!

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  5. What a nice tibute to your mother. Love the picture of the three of you

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  6. These are so important and I fall short on many, too often! What a wonderful lady your mom is!
    Happy Mother's day to you both!

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  7. Yes to all the things Motherhood has taught you and me! Beautiful pic of you, your Mom and your daughter.

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  8. Beautiful. I love #8 and 9. I always wished I had more support when I wanted to try something different and I try to always be that support for my children. This year, my son wanted to play lacrosse. I know nothing about the game but I'm so glad he has played! Supporting them in different interests is so rewarding!

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  9. Beautiful. I love #8 and 9. I always wished I had more support when I wanted to try something different and I try to always be that support for my children. This year, my son wanted to play lacrosse. I know nothing about the game but I'm so glad he has played! Supporting them in different interests is so rewarding!

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  10. Happy Mother's Day! These are great tips for moms to live by. I especially like Praise in public, correct in private. Sometimes, I break this rule. I think I need to remember this more often. Thanks for the reminder!

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  11. beautiful- the list and the photo. :)

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  12. What a beautiful photo. That one will surely be cherished for years to come!

    And your mom is a wise woman...Great advice!

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  13. What a great picture. Hope you had a wonderful day. We who had great mothers (not perfect) are so very blessed.

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  14. How funny, our posts seem quite similar! I guess we both were blessed with fabulous mothers!

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  15. I love praise in public, but correct in private---so true. Humiliation is never okay. I love what a tribute this is to your mom and your son. Erin

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  16. What a great list. I love number three... it's one of my biggest things I always try to stay true to. Hope you had a wonderful Mother's Day.

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  17. Hi there! I love the list and the 3 generations picture!!

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  18. I love how your list is so positive! My fav is number 3 too. Great picture of the three of you. :D

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  19. What a wonderful list - and picture!

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  20. fabulous picture of 3 generations. and most definitely the best advice a mother could have.

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