I am known as the "mean" mom now and with school in season I can't seem to put down the teacher "control freak" out of me when I get home. I run my home like I do when I'm interning. As Drake would put it I'm on there case all the time! That is because I'm not letting them get by without doing what I've asked them to do. So they are going to Jay now because we have reversed roles. Funny how that plays in parenting.
The other day when I was in class one of my colleagues said whatever you felt at age 12 they will feel it 2 years before then. I have pondered that statement and have to agree and at the same time ask myself why? Then I realize that is a dumb thing to ask because look at the world and how they have watered down the standards, values, and so forth. All the crap that they see from TV, movies, and playing with video games. They are exposed to so much than we were.
On a positive note: Brock is a starter for the freshman football team. He plays tight end and wide receiver. His previous experience playing football was playing one season in 6Th grade when we lived in Idaho. The kid has surprised us with his killer instinct! We really thought it would be Drake. He has done very well and plays with all his heart!
Drake is LOVING 7Th grade social life and has all kinds of attention with the girls but his heart is set on one girl only. He still misses his best friend that moved away but going back to school has helped him out. He is my sensitive guy. I have him in piano lessons and he is picking it up quite quickly. His piano teacher says that he has good rhythm. I'm thinking ya he does because he also has good dance moves!
Sometimes I wish there was a parenting manual that comes with these kids. I guess it's called getting on your knees and praying!
