My Parenting Goals

On a forum I read regularly, there was recently a post about parenting goals. It was a very thought provoking thread, and really made me think about what my parenting goals are for my kids. After all, parenting is the most important job I'll ever have, and every other job I've ever had I've had some kind of goal, so why shouldn't I do the same for helping my kids develop into functional members of society (which by the way, is my ultimate goal!!) Plus, a few recent events with the x, as well as with a beloved member of society's death, I have really been pondering this! So, here's my list. And yes, I expect to revise and revisit it often! Please comment and tell me what your goals are, or what I'm missing. Lord knows I'm not perfect, and I don't come close to teaching all of these!

I hope and pray that my kids are...

*moral, faith-filled, and full of integrity
~this includes having a spirit of prayerfullness and being able to find joy

*well mannered and considerate of others
~including being able to accept and recognize their own mistakes and/or accept others apologies
~compassionate and empathetic
~respectful of others


*good work ethic, and be well educated (not necessarily a formal education, although I'll push for that!)
~respectful of commitments to others
EDITED to add ~able to hold a stable job and have financial peace

*able to make healthy and logical decisions - by definition this would be without emotions, although I think emotions have to play some part!

*able to enjoy many different facets of life -fine arts, sports, travel, just to name a few

*able to love and be loved

*able to find good in all adversity

*happy



So what did I miss? As a single parent, I'd love any input you could give to help me do better at my most important job!!

Next list....what I want for my students!


~Missy