I let Ben handle the post time-out discussion, and somehow something must have clicked. Henry said, "I want to tell the truth, but I forget. I need a big sign reminding me to do it all day long." Hence, the sign you see above. He insisted on wearing it everywhere he went for the past two days -- to the park, the grocery store, etc. He got a lot of great comments and proudly explained to people that he is Henry, and he always tells the truth.
I'm glad I let Ben handle this one . . . and I'm glad Henry came up with his own consequence for lying. Much better than anything I could think of (make him brush his teeth with minty [not bubblegum flavored] toothpaste for a week?). Yeah, I think this will have a more lasting effect. I love this boy!
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Like a scarlet letter for a small child!
That makes my heart feel swell.
I hope he doesn't feel the guilt like Hester Prynne!!! You guys are such fabulous parents. and Henry is one fabulous kid.
You have the most creative little boy I have ever known! If my parents would have let me decide the consequences I dont think it would have worked that well. But hey maybe you should let him decide all the time from now on:)
Paul thinks he's masterminding some great plot to be able to get away with anything. Maybe you should keep an eye on him while he's wearing that little badge.
Wise parents!
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