All In A Hard Day's Work

A couple of months ago, we started giving C a weekly allowance for performing certain chores around the house.  His responsibilities typically include folding all bath towels and cloth napkins after they come out of the dryer, putting away his clothes, feeding the dog, making his bed, and a few other small weekly tasks.  

I know that there are differing opinions about using allowance systems with children, but J and I feel strongly about the importance of early teaching regarding money management and good stewardship (i.e. you earn money by working DILIGENTLY which allows you to give back to God and to others in need, save, and have some spending/fun money).  I won't lie - this process as been a long, hard one!  Teaching him to do these tasks required MUCH patience :)  And of course he's not always excited to complete these tasks which has meant a great deal of follow-up and perseverance on our part.  

We have been really happy with his progress.  He is doing a great job...some *ahem* would argue that he can fold a towel better than his daddy :)  But I think what I am most pleased about - is that he really takes pride in his work.  He usually goes about his tasks with a joyful spirit and is always so excited to come and get me to show off his finished work.  Here are a few shots of his most recent batch of cloth napkins...he was so pleased with himself that I couldn't help but take a few shots :)

We use cloth napkins lieu of paper napkins 'cause the messes my family makes far exceed the limits of your typical paper napkin :)

This one is C's favorite...he says "It's the coowest (coolest)!"