Homes of victory as you know is based on encouragement, real life situations and of course building community. I need to admit that this morning was a trial of all kinds, and it really put me to the test. Our whole family has struggled with tiredness after we stayed up too late playing games. We set the week up for disaster without realising, as we were having too much fun. To make it worse, I’ve been a little unmotivated lately and flounder around when I should be getting everyone ready for kindy / school and work.
I was thankful that this morning I remembered to ask the kids if they had anything else they needed to pack for the day and although not totally unexpected, no one had actually done anything or thought about the day in any shape or form and as you know, we were suddenly running late.
To add to it, one child forgot an assessment they needed to hand in and only told me at the school gate after I had battled the kindy and school run traffic. I took a deep breath and put it all in perspective. This was the first time in six years of schooling that something had been forgotten. I knew that she knew it was her fault and I knew it wasn’t on purpose. It was just how it was.
In that moment, I chose to respond gracefully – in fact I responded far more gracefully than I expected myself to. It was one of those hi-five yourself moments. I detoured back past home, back to school in the crazy traffic (what is it with drivers at that time of day), dropped off the assessment and got to work late – the first time in about 10 years mind you. I was unhappy about being late, as I am always on time every time, I was a little proud that I didn’t get upset and rant and rave as I would have in the past. I lead by example. I lead by putting the situation in perspective. I lead by staying clam and looking at the facts.
I always tell my kids,
I don’t expect perfection, but I want you to do your best.
Leesh – Homes of Victory
I also, know that they expect that of me. Today I feel I out did myself and took a step up in terms of leadership. I know that they will remember how I responded to that situation, and how I spoke to them. They will hopefully at some point reflect that in their life too.
Have you had a moment, where despite everything going on, you chose the high road? A give yourself a hi-five moment.
What kind of moments have you had, where you were proud of how you lead your children? Lead your family?
Homes of Victory 