Give them what they need


I came across this today, and right away thought of my Mom.

When I was growing up, and one my younger siblings would annoy me, I would say to Mom, "They're just doing that for attention!"

And she would say back to me, "Then give them attention." 

3 comments:

Anonymous said...

Your mother was a wise person.

darlene

Anonymous said...

Your mom had a wonderful reply and she taught you well. I admire your calm nature. pjc

Richard said...

Happy to learn your older sibling wasn’t annoying you!

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