Maddie and I are having a week of independence. I have spent all of her life doing things for her. Not because she can't, but because it is easier if I do it. It's no longer easier for me and I am seeing my 6-1/2-year-old who doesn't do anything for herself simply because I am here to do it for her. No more. She didn't have any incentive to do these things other than if I don't do them they don't get done. These things include picking out her clothes, getting dressed, brushing her hair, brushing her teeth, making her bed, putting her clothes away, putting her dishes in the sink, buckling her seat belt, putting her backpack, shoes and coat away after school, etc.
We made a deal. One week of independence for Maddie equals one toy. Yes, I know, it's a bribe; however, my sincerest hope is that after a week of doing these things herself they will just start to come naturally for her. She'll feel better about taking care of herself, rather than me doing it for her.
I know I am probably living a major pipe dream, but I am going to hold out a little hope. It's the only one I have left.
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