Make it a practice to kick yourself for every time you answer your children with the words NOT RIGHT NOW.
You are free to choose, even if you choose not to.
To gain the acceptance of your peers is an admirable task, but to truly accept yourself requires a much higher standard.
Meet every level of frustration with a greater level of character.
There is nothing more dangerous than a lazy parent.
By persistent hard work you will rise to success, but ultimately your accomplishments will be measured by how you treated your loved ones on the way up.