Give Our Children - The “Roots and Wings”
There are two things we should give our children: one is ROOTS and the other is WINGS.
- Hodding Carter -
ROOTS - Lay for our children the STRONG FOUNDATION
[Well, I support]
WINGS - Grant our children the INDEPENDANCE and FREEDOM
[Hmm...This means "LETTING GO", "ALLOWING OUR CHILDREN TO VENTURE OUT".
And.....Does every parent feels so sentimental when it is time to let go?
Because I am already feeling the sadness, by just imagining those future days when my two sons will develop their wings and lead their own lives.]
Like it or not ……….THIS WILL BE A NATURAL PHASE IN EVERY PARENT’S LIFE…….as our children grow.
Yes, roots and wings. Roots for the foundation years and Wings for them to soar to great height and of course granting them more freedom. Good quote!
Yes, this is so important and many parents struggle with the concept. I admit sometimes I hold on to tight to my boys, but I do want them to become independent and self-sufficient while also maintaining love for their family and compassion for others.
Michael,
You are very right!
Hi Christy,
I am also a guilty parent who is struggling. Cos on one hand, I don’t like the idea of letting go and on the other hand, I would like them to be ready to take on life’s challenges independantly.