Thursday, April 26, 2012

"Thing About" Thursdays: The Thing About Over-Parenting



I apologize, but I am not writing today.  The reason I am not writing is because another mommy blogger has done a perfect job of saying exactly what I want to say.

Why re-do what is already done?

What is not done is my laundry, my cleaning, my shower, and my for-pay writing!  I'm going to go do that.

Meanwhile, please enjoy this article about helicopter parenting and consider where you fit in terms of giving your kids opportunities to be kids and experience life.

Have a great day!

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2 comments:

Anonymous said...

while I appreciate her perspective, I feel your thoughts would be more valuable as a parent for 13 years as opposed to a parent of two years that she is.

Chandra said...

I'm going to take that as a huge compliment! Thanks!

I do think, however, that she has it right.

I have trouble dealing with helicopter parents and I struggle against being one myself!