Priceless memories
By Dr James Dobson I’ve always thought that kids were funny. I’m reminded, of Ann Ortland’s 11-year-old son, Nels, whom she described in her book, Disciplines of a Beautiful Woman. She had taken this rambunctious boy to their paediatrician for a routine physical examination . Before seeing the doctor , however, the nurse attempted to obtain a medical history. “Tell me, Mrs Ortlund,” said the nurse, “how’s he sleeping?” Nels answered on his own behalf, and he said: “I sleep very well.” The nurse wrote that down. “Mrs Ortlund, how are his bowels?” said the nurse. The boy responded:, “Oh, they’re good — A, E, I, O, U.” I encourage you to take the time to record the memorable moments you experience with your children . If you don’t have time to take elaborate notes or don’t have access to a video camera , keep a diary, record an audio clip , and by all means maintain a photo album. Having lived to see my children grow up and leave the nest, I can tell you that the effort y...