CeeJay recently asked about parenting successes. And you know it seems strange, but right now I can't think of just one time. It feels like each day there are some success and sometimes failures (like losing your temper or being "too" busy).
Some things I have learned that help me are:
*Give two choices to your child. Both results are okay with you. It gives them a feeling of power over their own life. Builds self-confidence and self-worth.
*Let them do things on their own. How else will they learn?
*I've always told my DD, and I will tell my son, the truth about things. Kids know when you lie and they lose respect for you.
*Have a good sense of humor. It feels a lot better to laugh than be angry about that 'spilt milk'.
*Choose your battles. (Who cares if their clothes don't match??)
*Give lots of hugs and loves. Play and do things together.
*When your kids make mistakes be sure they know you still love and support them.
*You set the example. For everything!
*Help them pick good friends.
My children make me proud everyday. 
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She also asked "What would you change in your life?"
Well the shortest answer would be - nothing. If you use the reasoning that if you change something then you alter how something else turned out. 
But if I could keep everything I love and change just a few things it would be:
****Financial****
More money in retirement and savings. Wished we started much earlier.
****Personal****
Nicer legs. (Thinner and w/out any spider veins)
Re: Parenting Success Stories & What Would You Change?
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