Here's the update...
We went through with it. The note from Santa was very nice - saying he knows how much Jack wants the vacuum and he has it ready for him, but that he knows that Jack has been having some trouble with behavior. He said he needs Jack to earn this special present, and he gave him a sticker chart. It only has seven spaces on it, so this shouldn't take long.
Jack did not cry, and neither did I while reading the note to him. It did get his attention though.
So we'll see what happens. I'm feeling like we made a good choice, although I know there will be naysayers out there. Chuck and I think we did the right thing, took advantage of an opportunity to get his attention and let him know that he doesn't get everything he wants WHEN he wants it. And definitely not without behaving.
2 comments:
I think you did the right thing. And the letter sounds like it is really sweet. "Santa" does really love him and he knows it... and this shows it! xoxo
Wow, James - good for you guys. Very bold, and inspiring! I am definitely "stealing" some of your parenting ideas.
Any ideas about little monsters who dont stay in bed? Gabe is starting to roam...
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