Comments on: My Graduation Cheering Section

By: Mona

Mona — Mon, 23 May 2011 11:14:26 +0000

I have mused on this VERY subject as well at Mormon Mommy Blogs — https://www.mormonmommyblogs.com/2011/05/romance-hearts-of-children.html

When I was a teen and young adult, everyone assumed I was Broadway bound. As it turned out, my audiences have averaged around two, three, or four loyal fans. On a big night I might pack the house with six or eight. But I could not have asked for a more illustrious career or a more ardent fan club: I always get a standing ovation cuz’ when Mommy (or Grandma) sings, she can do NO wrong.

Feeling good about that began many years ago when I attended a keynote presentation at a Florida homeschool convention. The speaker, a young father with a guitar and a pony-tail, told ten thousand adults (in-between folksy musical numbers) that we needed to “romance the hearts” of our children. There is joy and family unity in “dazzling” children with our gifts and talents, he said. Win their love and loyalty by sharing with them your genuine passions..

By: Rachel

Rachel — Wed, 11 May 2011 15:24:44 +0000

In reply to Rachel.

I’m not sure why twitter popped up as Alameda – I think it autofilled it. It’s actually @ETsmommy….

By: Rachel

Rachel — Wed, 11 May 2011 15:22:48 +0000

This made me tear up. Saturday was my college graduation, and my 5 year old was sitting in the audience, waving at me. I didn’t think I was going to cry, but when I looked up and saw him so excited, I choked.

(I didn’t go to college right after high school, but rather, I started when my little guy was 6 months old. That has made this all so much sweeter – he has seen everything that I’ve done in regards to college, and was still excited to see me walk across the stage!)

By: one cluttered brain

one cluttered brain — Fri, 06 May 2011 13:13:17 +0000

what a sweet story! Glad you done it! Graduated of course…
Me I’m still trying to get back on course from being off…
*sigh*

By: Arlee

Arlee — Fri, 06 May 2011 03:05:50 +0000

My husband went back to school several years to finish his degree. He almost didn’t “walk” on the day of his graduation. He felt like he was too old. I made him do it! I told him our kids needed to see why their father had spent so many hours away from his family. Our boys were bursting with pride when they saw their dad! It is one of our great family memories…and I am glad we were able to share it!

By: Buckeroomama

Buckeroomama — Fri, 06 May 2011 00:59:08 +0000

Oh, that was so sweet! You’re right about parenthood being on giving us the toughest lessons, yet the rewards and fulfillment one gets out of being a parent is incomparable. =)

By: Susie's Homemade

Susie's Homemade — Thu, 05 May 2011 13:28:01 +0000

What a sweet little cheerleader:-)