Kerilyn’s Life

I HATE potty-training. I know that is a strong word, but it’s true. Three of my four children are now competent users of the toilet but it didn’t happen over night. Nor did it, like so many of those “stories” you hear, just take two to three days. In fact, my third child and I battled for a whole year over the issue. It tried practicing, rewards, bribery, consequences, read books, ranted and raved, all in vain.

She kept telling me, “I will go on the potty when I am four”. Well, that didn’t sit well with me! Four is far too old. My daughter is very capable, smart and mature for her age, .. and may I add…strong-willed, independent and stubborn?

I have experienced challenges more difficult than potty training, but his experience taught me a valuable lesson. Living is life’s greatest teacher. Be open to be taught and you will learn big lessons in faith, forgiveness, patience and humility, even from life’s littlest experiences. Sure, it’s easier to see once you are through the process, but that’s okay too, as long as you are willing to be taught.