Thoughtful Motherhood - Crucial Aspect of Raising a Daughter

Jun. 5, 2008 - Crucial Aspect of Raising a Daughter
Posted in Homemaking

I'm really trying to figure out this whole "daughter" thing. I mean, after four boys, I'm not sure I can switch gears. I want to raise my boys to be brave enough to lead, and I want to raise my daughter(s) to be brave enough to follow. That is a minor issue compared to the one that I am truly having trouble with. It has plagued women for centuries. I have personally struggled with this issue ever since taking my marriage vows. I'm just not sure how to instill the qualities in my daughter that would inable her to overcome this horrendous burden of womanhood.

What am I talking about? LAUNDRY!

Yes, laundry, the absolute worst part of being a woman. I'd rather have hours of hard labor and pms every day than have to wash, fold, and put away a thousand little pairs of boxer shorts. In an effort to begin training my daughter from birth about the realities of laundry, I think I'll start with subliminal messages that tell her "laundry is good", "doing laundry is fun", "laundry is your best friend."  Fortunately, I found a very easy way to do this.

Hey, if you want your boys to like sports, give them ball and bat crib bedding. If you want to daughter to be snooty and self-righteous, give her princess crib bedding. So, I figured that clothes line bedding would produce a daughter who loves to do laundry.

Now all I have to do is wait until she's old enough to take over for me.

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Jun. 6, 2008 - UGH..laundry!
Posted by Beth
I actually don't mind doing laundry..but..my laundry room is in the basement! I absolutely hate going up and down the stairs with baskets full of clothes. Speaking of which..I have stinkin' laundry to do..sigh.

Blessings,
Beth
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Jun. 6, 2008 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Anonymous
You might be sending mixed messages to your little sweet pea.
At least if she doesn't full embrace doing laundry, she will definately have a love of clothing.
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Jun. 7, 2008 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Anonymous
Congratulations, Beth....I know I am late at sending them...but I am so happy you are getting a girl. I LOVED the funny t-shirt posts. BTW you will do a great job with your little girl...she will surprise and delight you just as your four little guys have done.

The subliminal message is a great thought....

Hugs to all,
Aunt Collette
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