Boundaries

We are a culture of more.

When we see a roadblock, the temptation is to throw more stuff at the problem ---

Distract, distract, distract. 

And yet, often times, the solution is to offer less. I felt buried by dish duty, but instead of adding more dishes, I simply offered less dishes: One plate/glass/utensil per day, per boy. If they wanted to eat their next meal, I'd simply say, please bring your dish cleaned and ready. Boundaries bring clarity, creativity and perspective. Insist on them.