The October 1st Bet

Hayden and Gage have always shared a room and they have a special bond between them. As we moved into our new house we decided that it was time for Hayden to get his own room. He was very excited about this UNTIL the first night he had to sleep in his room, alone. He cried and cried until he couldn't cry any longer. Then he went into a fit of rage because he doesn't want to grow up! It was so heartbreaking for me. I wondered if I had made the wrong choice.

So, I decided to make a bet with Hayden. I told him to give it a couple weeks and if on October 1st, he still didn't like having his own room then I would do his chores for him on that day. If he does like having his own room he needs to make supper. He kind of giggled and asked if he could make pizza and mac and cheese. I told him he could make whatever he wants, Oh good was his reply. I think he knew he would loose the bet.

It actually only took ONE night for him to appreciate having his own room. I think he also realized that having your own is a privilege not a punishment.

Today Hayden is thankful he lost his bet and he will be making dinner tonight!