Self reliant

Greetings y'all ;

Ahh Saturday , yes it means something even when summer break is only two weeks long. Tonight is the peak for the Persiod (sic) Shower so go forth , find a dark spot and gaze up at the August sky. She the beauty and magic of the universe. Life is fleeting so seize the day , stay in the moment Wow I usually save my pontificating for the closing. Oh well it is what it is. Per chance my heart is just lighter today?

For those who know, my sweet baboo is quite competitive and is genuinely working on sportsmanship as well as accepting the decisions of adults . That last one one is hard for a little person who is self reliant. See notice how I reframed that from oppositional or defiant to a positive - self reliant. There in lies the key ! How do we view others ? What labels do we use? How does that pigeon hole others ? Yesterday I told Mowgli he may lead the way and lead the day: I would have veto power but I trusted him .


He wanted to spend his Toys -R-Us gift card so we ventured forth to the land of toys and hyper stimulation. He had two stipulations 1. No weapons 2. Remember to shop wisely and consider future costs and durability . He got there and wanted water pistols or NERF guns I said no , just plain and simple no - no argument or frustration . He said that's right no weapons and you don't negotiate with children. He finally chose a RC car but realized the batteries only last one hour and he couldn't afford additional batteries. Impressive so far don't ya think ? Eventually we came home with a RC snake and a free bucket of jungle animals ! Well played sir !

His next stop was Aldis , a local and quite inexpensive grocer. He wanted some foods I don't permit and again just moved on He chose dinner and a snack . Next we made it home to play with new toy , watch the Olympic Games and Ellen. Then off to the pool. I know can you believe he chose swimming?

He actually let me sit and read before jumping in and playing. Xander is learning to entertain himself - another giant leap forward. Once we played there was no whining or screaming! We played baseball and he would say oh well good play dad! The life guard was amazed . I explained it was why he had listen to the fits before and they pop up , just have to be proactive. It's also a Gould idea to work with others strength and help them feel autonomous!

The evening was grand- more Olympic Games and conversation. It's hard to fathom he is just eight or that he is already eight . Sorry as he says almost eight and a half.

Today we will ????? Probably start with a run back to the grocer since my sons man brained and blonde father forgot to get coffee once again. Maybe it's a sign to stop drinking or it's a sign I'm losing my mind . Oh well not sure I like either choice.

Remember to watch the night sky but also keep your eyes open to other lights bringing you messages.

Thanks for reading folks!