Arshi was all OK till yesterday where the magic of Singa and friends had set up in her.Yesterday I took her to Tampines Regional Library as there was a performance from TPSS students on respect.They were taught about the importance of giving respect through 2 short skits by students.After the show, the kids got to make their own kindness card.Everything was going smooth.I was wondering if Arshi had become a good girl.After our return from temple yesterday night, she again saw the signs of being gracious in bus and she started to discuss about being kind and gracious and the booths she saw in the fair.I was glad, she remembered them well.I was further teaching her the importance of being kind.But to my shock, she said a statement I couldn't accept.She said, it isn't practical to be kind all the time and if we are too kind and if others are bullying or dominating you, the next time you try to be kind, they will try to be more adamant in their stands.I knew Arshi is wrong.But , she was right .These days all kids are too smart.She was saying "You can't be kind all the time.No way." Again , after walking from the bus, she helped me take a small bag by carrying them.I forgot to say "Thank you".She was upset.I had to tell her that while helping, you can't always expect to be thanked.But we need to continue with our good deeds.She was refuting to that as well.Now I knew, I should thank my little girl to motivate her in all the good deed she does and maybe act as her positive role model.Hope she will learn the importance of kindness one day-to be really kind and be really helpful to others without any expectation.As parents we should be considerate, gracious,helpful to influence our kids.
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