This post is inspired by some recent happenings, one involving an insane father that slapped a young child that hit his son. And then yesterday, one of my BFFs shared that a man yelled at a little kid for pushing his daughter and threatened to push him down as well.
What’s happening to the world? I feel nauseated knowing such people exist.
Why so barbaric? Are their kids the only precious ones on earth? NO! All kids are God’s beloved and when adults try to frighten, intimidate and hurt a young child, they’re going to incur God’s wrath upon their sorry souls. Little children are little children, and always will be. They are still exploring the world, their senses and the other little people around them. Imagine them as little hulks, they have no idea how much strength they should use to touch their friends. That’s why a key development marker points to their gross motor skills. Many are still works-in-progress!
And so we all went through the “growing up” phase where we got bullied and pushed around. That’s a healthy circle of life. If you did not, you were probably the big bully. TSK. Shame on you, go away.
When I was young, my neighbour put worms on my head! And another neighbour threw a tennis ball straight in my face! Then another neighbour refused to let me play with her barbie dolls!
So what? Did my daddy throw cobras on my friend’s head or swing a bowling ball into her face? Of course not! I just cried out, “All these things are against me!” and we all played again the next day.
Just imagine for a second, how a fragile little child would perceive the violent reaction of a towering, hostile adult? It would probably cause permanent psychological damage. What little children need during playtime is the freedom to explore and socialize with other little children, and they quickly learn what is anti-social behavior. Because every child will avoid the one that hits, snatches and bullies! There is no place for an adult to discipline another person’s child. Not during play time, not ANY TIME at all.
If Lauren were to be bullied, I’d just check on her to see if she’s alright and if she wishes to continue playing, go ahead! By all means! But if she’s notably upset, I’d carry her in my arms and calm her down. I’d be showering her with plenty of love to help her forget the pain!
Instead of punishing the other child, why not focus on your own? Isn’t that more important? Just think about it. What did that insane father’s son see?
He saw his own father as a ruthless monster, causing distress and trauma to a harmless little child. So the child that got hit had to be sent to the hospital, the father got arrested and his son loses his father. Everyone lost in the most horrific way, because of a grown man’s warped sense of discipline and lack of self-control. And the kids were just playing! Playing! How sad?
Let’s all pray that our little ones stay clear of such demon-possessed people, and may angels watch over our children and keep them safe and sound always. Amen.
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