These words shaped my parenting style from the beginning. I'm so glad I had it on my fridge for the last 13 years.
When you thought I wasn't looking - by a child
A message every parent should read, because your children are watching you and doing as you do, not as you say.
When you thought I wasn't looking...
...I saw you hang my first painting on the refrigerator, and I immediately wanted to paint another one.
...I saw you feed a stray cat, and I learned that it was good to be kind to animals.
...I saw you make my favorite cake for me and I learned that little things can be the special things in life.
...I saw you make a meal and take it to a friend who was sick, and I learned that we all have to help take care of each other.
...I saw you give of your time and money to help people who had nothing and I learned that those who have something should give to those who don't. ( it depends, if I may add)
...I felt you kiss me good night and I felt loved and safe.
...I saw you take care of our house and everyone in it and I learned we have to take care of what we are given.
...I saw how you handled your responsibilities, even when you didn't feel good and I learned that I would have to be responsible when I grow up.
...I saw tears come from your eyes and I learned that sometimes things hurt, but it's all right to cry.
...I saw that you cared and I wanted to be everything that I could be.
...I learned most of life's lessons that I need to know to be a good and productive person when I grow up.
...I looked at you and wanted to say, "Thanks for all the things I was when you thought I wasn't looking."
Each of us, as a parent, teacher, or friend, influences the life of a child.
Author: Unknown. Thanks to the unknown author of these words of truth.
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