Conversation with my 3 year old
A conversation with my 3 year old boy earlier today…
Context: We are experimenting with punishment. I started to introduce the concept of taking away toys for a period of time (a day, week) when he does something wrong, and give the toy(s) back when he is better.
Me (while giving him a bath): So Ethan, next time you don’t listen to your mother at the store and run away from her, we are going to take away one of your toys for a few days.
Ethan: Ok
Me: What toy do you want me to take away (yeah, I know, big mistake for asking. Hey, I am new to this). Lincoln Logs, Lighting McQueen and The King, Legos?
Ethan: Take away the Barbie Dolls
Me: Those are your sister’s toys
Ethan: Yeah, take away those
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remind you of anyone?
Posted by: Anonymous | November 21, 2007 11:31 AM