We were talking to our daughter, Tiffany in Chicago and she said she was totally exhausted. When we asked her why, she chuckled and said she was upholding our family tradition of trying to help others shovel during the winter snows.
During the heavy snows of winter, we used to go out and help neighbors shovel their driveways. It was always frustrating when we'd be finished just in time for the snow plow to come by and block the entrance again. However, it was good exercise.
We felt especially good about helping people who lived alone, were elderly or weren't in good health.
"I shoveled the driveway for Auntie Vera and Auntie Caroline," said Tif smiling tiredly. "I didn't want them to come home to a blocked driveway. Dad will be proud of me."
We're very proud of her. Here was one more proof that what we do as parents do make lasting impressions on our children. How you treat others teaches our children and grandchildren how to be kind in turn.
Oh yes, we're quite proud of our children. Tif says KC will readily share her treats with people, wanting them to be as happy as she is.
I love it!
We felt especially good about helping people who lived alone, were elderly or weren't in good health.
"I shoveled the driveway for Auntie Vera and Auntie Caroline," said Tif smiling tiredly. "I didn't want them to come home to a blocked driveway. Dad will be proud of me."
We're very proud of her. Here was one more proof that what we do as parents do make lasting impressions on our children. How you treat others teaches our children and grandchildren how to be kind in turn.
Oh yes, we're quite proud of our children. Tif says KC will readily share her treats with people, wanting them to be as happy as she is.
I love it!
I love it too.
ReplyDeleteCould you say all this attitude and way of living stems from bushido?
You are right to be proud of her :)
ReplyDeleteI loved this post Kay! Your family is amazing!!
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like you have a lot to be proud of, Kay. Kudos to you.
ReplyDeleteWe have a neighbor who uses his snow blower on all the sidewalks on our side of the street when there is a big snow and his kindness is really appreciated.
I wish we could get her up to our part of the country... when it snows nobody seems to shovel their walks. It makes it very hard to get around, but there is no law against it here, since it doesn't happen very often.
ReplyDeleteYou are an inspiration to me Kay .
ReplyDeletegood news...
ReplyDeletepeer pressure and modeling after parents = not always the same! Why do kids choose the first over the second?
ReplyDeleteI can't tell you how often I do things because my mother would want me to.
ReplyDeleteKindness is always a great contribution to the world. BTW, I love the flowers in your new header.
ReplyDeleteKay, you have lots to be proud of. I think it means that your concern for others is genuine. Kids are the best judge of that. They will only aper what is genuine IMHO.
ReplyDeleteL. from W.
You do indeed have a terrific family and your wonderful children are a result of the equally wonderful parents they have! You surely have every reason to be proud of them! And remember to take a bow, Kay, they didn't get that way by accident. Have a beautiful day!
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Kay - You were a good teacher at home and at school. I think kids eventually DO the good things they saw their parents doing. My son opens doors, and doesn't wear a hat inside. I miss the days of southern chivalry where all the men stand when a lady enters the room or leaves a table. Gone with the Wind. (They wouldn't be as tired shoveling snow in Hawaii.) DrumMajor
ReplyDeleteI guess this proves once again that how the twig is bent affects the tree. We are very grateful for those neighbors who dig us out during a bad snow, which we almost never have. Dianne
ReplyDeleteoh this is wonderful! sorry she's tired though. You're so right Kay, kids learn so much from their parents and the world would be such a happier place if we could be kinder to each other.
ReplyDeleteYou have obviously taught your children well and it has trickled down to the grands. Must make you feel good.
ReplyDeleteI just wish we had some snow to shovel.
Makes a mom proud!!!!
ReplyDeleteGood for her, and good for you!
ReplyDeletegreat message. love it.
ReplyDeleteIf Tiffany does road trips, there's an elder living about 20 miles south of Kalamazoo who could use a hand. She could drive here in about three hours.
ReplyDeleteRight now, five inches of white stuff needs relocation from our driveway.
Kidding, of course. I join the others in saying you should be proud.
not surprise that your daughter is a clearing helpful person..she has you and Art for parents
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