This morning we imposed the punishment on James for smacking his brother in the head...twice. No television, no Percy light, and Jude can't sleep in his room for awhile. We had a serious talk with him about lying and telling the truth. I also thought it was important to explain to him that we understand it is upsetting when Jude tries to take one of his toys but he can't hit him. I don't think he likes the new plan but we will work on it.
Although James disagreed with his comeuppance he was a sweet boy all day and followed the rules. So we caved just a little after we put Jude to bed and let James snuggle down with us and watch The Tale Of Despereaux.
We have never watched it before and it is super cute. Despereaux reminds me so much of Judie Bug. Big ears, big eyes, two big front teeth, and most of all...he's FEARLESS! Just like Jude. Jude doesn't know he is supposed to be scared of cancer and needles and everything else that he has to deal with. Despereaux was born with his eyes wide open and he doesn't cower like a mouse should. That's my little Jude...courageous and mighty!
Although James disagreed with his comeuppance he was a sweet boy all day and followed the rules. So we caved just a little after we put Jude to bed and let James snuggle down with us and watch The Tale Of Despereaux.
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| Same movie-watching face |
And besides just being a really cute movie...I love the moral of the story...that "a single act of forgiveness can change everything".
Jude is still feeling pretty crummy today. He started coughing quite a bit more so I started giving him breathing treatments. I am praying this doesn't turn into pneumonia like it has in the past. I hate that he gets so sick. Maybe tomorrow he will start to feel better.
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