Every morning after Noah is dressed and in his wheelchair, we head to the living room to wait on the school bus. I purposely leave on the lights in my bedroom, the hallway, and Noah's room. Once I start to walk into the living room, Noah who is noticing I have left the lights on (and has recently learned about conserving energy) will say "Momma!" in this fussing like tone and then go turn the lights off.
Yes, I could just turn the lights off myself but this A. gives him something to do that kills a few minutes of time instead of just sitting there waiting on the bus, B. gives him a small task in which I can say "Good job, Noahie!" and C. it's just cute! There was a time he couldn't do this and it's nice to seem him have a bit of pride and independence.
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I love this for all 3 of your reasons. And tell Noah that I always turn off lights, too.
ReplyDelete@Grammy, Thanks!! I typically turn the lights off myself but leave them on on purpose for Noahie in the mornings!
ReplyDeleteI like the way you think. Way to go, Noah!
ReplyDeleteWe love our everyday victories too.
You brought a big, warm smile to me with this post. Thanks!
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