The mini drama plays out every day in thousands of households around the world. “Mom, can I go to the mall, play, see my friends, watch a movie? You fill in the blank. Mother responds, “Sure, but first clean up your room.”
Five or ten minutes later, “Mom, can I go now, my friends are waiting?” This time the Mother’s response is in the form of a question. “Have you cleaned up your room?” The answer comes back, “I’m almost done.” The mother patiently replies, “Finish cleaning up your room.” Continue reading
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