When my kids are in trouble and have to say they're sorry to the injured or hurt party, I always make them say, "Please forgive me for..." Most of the time they follow through properly, but sometimes, especially with the youngest, it's met with puppy eyes, smiles, hugs and kisses for the recently bitten sibling. It seems innocent, but there is a process to an apology that starts at a young age and only gains more genuineness as they grow. Usually when a timeout or spanking is about to occur the …
Choosing to Forgive: Setting the Re-Do Button
