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In Spite of Myself

October 23, 2013 by Stuart

So I’m having a bad evening – a little tired and cranky – and, sure, the kids are doing stuff they shouldn’t be but I’m crabbing at them more than their behavior deserves.  Come dinnertime, I’m in a truly foul mood and in the process of getting a cup of water for my middle boy, I accidentally knock it over and spill it all over the counter and down to the floor.  It’s entirely my mistake , I’m angry with myself, and it shows on my face.  My son sees the look on my face and without a second thought, he puts on his biggest smile and says, “It’s okay Daddy, accidents happen.”

My anger fades and is quickly replaced with such a feeling of pride in my son.  Sometimes I feel I’ve been blessed with beautiful kids in spite of myself.

 

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