So, having some relaxed government around here might be nice. I might be less likely when told "it isn't fair" - to reply, "This isn't a democracy." I mean, taking a vote is still highly unlikely, but I might be more chipper about my authoritative tactics. "Pick up your dang shoes." might do without "dang" and have "please" at the end, for example. But just for the summer. I like to keep a level of seasonal mania. It makes being a control freak a little more authentic. But, see - this child even knows when I'm kidding.
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I like this....Drill Sergeant.
My husband calls me that all the time. Well, he says I sound like one but with so many kids, it is the only way to have some sort of order; and yet it is still chaotic all the time :)
I too am kind of looking forward to summer for the same reasons you mentioned. It feels so military during the school. By the time they get home, they eat a snack, do homework, take baths, eat dinner, brush teeth and then it's time to go to bed to do it all over again the following day. I am looking forward to just being able to breathe and not feel the pressure of school. Kids are not the only ones that feel that pressure :)
I saw that we had some similar interests so I wanted to introduce myself and say Hi!
I hope you will stop by my blog sometime. It is a mommy blog really. More informative than family based, but I plan on starting one of those as well.
Take Care,
Michele
http://momofmany-familykidsandchaos.blogspot.com
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