Coloring

I have discovered a lot about my boys recently. The biggest discovery is their love of coloring. They are always asking if they can color. They don't enjoy coloring books as much as blank paper where they can make their own picture. Some of their creations are amazing. I have been in awe many times over a work of art from a 6yr old or a 4yr old.

 

There is only one problem. I am not encouraging them to color anymore. Actually, I took away their privelege of coloring. They are no longer able to handle any coloring utensils.

 

 

 

I discovered this work of art on the bedroom wall.

 

 

On the edge of the window by the 6yr olds bed.

 

He is very creative.

 

Then I discovered this when I was changing the sheets on the 6yr olds bed.

 

I am thankful that this can be covered by sheets, but where did he get the idea to pull back the sheets, color on the mattress, then put the sheets back on again.

 

We are re-learning many rules. I guess I may never have told them that it is not appropriate to color on the walls or mattresses. They now know that paper is the only thing that we color on. When they will be able to color again, I don't know.

 

I am very glad the Lord gave me the ability to take care of the situation without loud voices, and in a calm manner. I am actually quite surprised that I didn't explode. Only with His help. After all, walls can be cleaned and mattresses replaced or covered, but little boys will hurt for a while by loud yelling mamas.