:: Give Your Child Everything & Nothing ::

I hate when I hear people say, "my child don't want for nothing." Like that's really some kind of parental badge of honor.

"Truth is, when you give your child everything...they appreciate nothing. You want to give your child something, give them something money can't buy."

Give them plenty of responsibility. Shower them with your time. Give them a listen-party at the end of a grueling work day without criticizing them. Give them spiritual guidance. Give them honesty and respect. Give them praise and encouragement...tell them how wonderful they are in the mist of their own quite little storm.

Give them rules to obey. Give them hugs and kisses. Give them wisdom. Give them time out. And after you're done giving them everything they didn't know they needed without spending a dime, tell them that you love them, but you can't afford to buy them that new pair of Jordans or designer handbag because you're broke.