For many families, this is the last week or so before the start of another school year. Even if you don't have school-age children at home, all those back-to-school commercials and newspaper ads can make you long for the smell of chalkboards and pink pearl erasers. Many of our Company Girls are homeschooling moms and I know this time of year can be crazy, trying to organize lesson plans and supplies.
I've got a lot to do to get our son ready for his freshman year of high school. I had a little lump in my throat as I dropped him off for his orientation last week. My BABY! A FRESHMAN! I'm still having some trouble adapting to the thought of him growing up. What happened to all those years? Sniff.
I'm going to keep our Small Things pretty simple this week, and hopefully they will be things that you are already doing (or need to do) to help get you organized for the year.
Well, I take that back. Today's Small Thing won't help get you organized.
Today's Small Thing is to do something special with someone, perhaps one of your children. As the countdown to the school bell starts, why not ask your child, "Is there anything special you might like to do before school starts? Any last requests?"
You might find that your child was hoping to play a particular board game, or go to the library or take a last swim. He might like to get a milkshake, or go fishing or spend the last of his summer money.
In the midst of our busy preparations, stopping to connect with your child communicates your love in a way that words can't. Doing something together, even something that takes just a few minutes, reassures him that he's an important member of your family. He's valued. He's cared for.
POINTS: 30 for taking a simple request. If you can't fulfill it today because of other commitments, pick a time that you CAN do it this week, and go ahead and take your points.
