Did you see the movie, "Sky High?" My kids loved that show and I got a good laugh out of it too. There was, however a serious comment made by Will Stronghold's mother, Josie. When Josie learns that her son may never have super powers like her and her husband, she is very disappointed. She had been looking forward to the day when they would be, "The Stronghold Three - the greatest family of superheroes the world had ever known." But for reasons beyond their control, it appeared this would never come to pass. Do you get disappointed when your children don't meet your expectations? Does it upset you when they have different interests than you? That they have different qualities, strengths and weaknesses than you? Because of his parent's high expectations, Will pretended to have super strength. He could feel the pressure and craved acceptance. He was willing to lie to avoid disappointing his parents. The open, honest communication conduit was shut down. This happens in way too many families. When Josie finally comes to grips that her son may not be able to follow in her footsteps, she takes a step back and realizes what is really important. They still have a wonderful son, regardless of talents and abilities. She exclaims to her equally disappointed husband, "Maybe we won't be the Stronghold Three - the greatest family of superheroes the world has ever known, but we can still be the Stronghold Three - the greatest Family the world has ever known!" For some reason, our wise Father in Heaven has given each of us different talents, gifts, and abilities. As a parent, part of your job is to help your child discover those talents, develop them, and then use them to benefit their fellowman. I know as you try to do this, your relationship with your child will be strengthened. They will feel your love and acceptance and their self-esteem will increase. You will be able to have open, honest communication and become one of the greatest families the world has ever known. Bret and Sharie are freedom fighters for family values. Through study and their own experience, they have found the key elements that bond a family forever. http://www.FamilyExcellence.net Source: www.ezinearticles.com
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