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Going back to the nostalgic days of birthdays, have you wondered what was it that made it simply endearing, appealing and simply memorable? Wasn't it wearing the new birthday dress, cutting your favorite flavoured cake and most of all the day itself? What was it that made it so different? Is'nt the appearance or rather the presentation?
When we go back to our interview days, one of the criteriera for the interview is the way we present ourselves... As we go up the career ladders, hallmarking our progress is again the way we showcase our work...The way we dress becomes our personality...
Dear friends , this is not highlighting our careers, rather a realization I had when I became a parent to Little Miss Sunshine. Many of the ordinary things can be made extra ordinary only though presentaion. As many young growing families, finance was a constraint when we were on a single income. Our visits were more frequent to Aldi the discount grocery store than the premium store. But the excitement the better half and I displayed instilled absolute thrill in her. As any toddler of her age, she had many a demand when we go shopping and I was not rather keen to end each visit in tears. So let me share one of the many deals I made with her... Little Miss sunshine was not very willing to go to her day care after her christmas break. She started complaing of a "fever in her stomach "and a "head ache in her Knees"...talk about being smart for her age...She only relented when we promised to take to Aldi once she finishes school and gets to buy what she wants...lols...
When little Miss Sunshine turned two, mealtimes were turning out to be battle times when there was a lot of tears, screaming and what not. Dear mom came to stay with us. She was distressed witnessing the scenes which is when she advised us to be more calm and be a lot more enthusiastic. She calmly told us to pretend we were enjoying the best meal ever and simply ignore her.... Little Miss Sunshine was amazed at our change and calmly took her seat with us...I used Mom's techniques to attract her to the table... Presenting food in a restaurent style makes it appetizing for her....A simple dosa given in a thali plate with its condiments did wonders...Now she wants dosas only to eat in her steel plate.
Dear friends, do not feel bad if you cant give your baby a dj themed bithday party at a fine dining hotel or buy her the expensive gift you would have ideally wanted....It is your enthusiasm and sincerity you put in.... A lot of your baby's reactions are a reflection of yours... If you are genuinely happy , your baby will be...
It is your attitude which is seen in your baby's too....Letting your children know the pains you have taken is vital.....Especially in this world where everything is taken for granted way too easily.....
After all , " Attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference - Winston Churchill".
Shoot me your thoughts....
Love
Chad
References
[1] http://www.123rf.com/photo_13430958_happy-baby-5-funny-cartoon-character-children-cover-book-design.html
