Confessions of a Single Mother Part 1

Not going to lie, when the alarm clock goes off in the morning I would love to hit snooze and catch a few more zzzzZZZ's, but reality is, I have a million things to do before school/work. Lucky for me my 7 year old son is a morning person. He opens his eyes and starts chatting right away. He runs downstairs in his little undies (that somehow fit around the waist but his little legs can't fill the holes, so the undies sag on his bum), he puts his dog outside and parks in front of the TV for the next hour.

I hate to admit it but I cater to all my son's needs, I know I should be giving him his own responsibilities but my instincts say otherwise. I prepare his breakfast, bring it to him, then collect the dirty dishes when he is done. All he needs to do is sit there and watch ICarly.


Meanwhile, I'm running around the house, getting my work clothes ready, doing my hair/make up, preparing lunches, feeding the dog, prepping for the gym and Oh ya...eating breakfast. Meanwhile, the little prince is still on the couch eating cheerios with his dog. When its time to get dressed, the perfect outfit has already been chosen and waiting for him next to the couch. But it gets worse, I put the clothes on him. (Did I mention he is 7?).

This routines happens every morning. When he comes home from school he is pretty much getting the same treatment, this goes on until it's time for him to go to bed. I guess since it has always been him and I, I have grown into these habits (so has he). I am obviously starting to be aware that things need to change. He needs to have his own responsibilities. If this goes on he will expect his college room mate to scratch his back before bed and pour his milk. YIKES. Has anyone ever gone through a similar situation? Any advice?

-Michelle


p.s the dog is spoiled too!