A lot of who we are as adults stems from what we experienced in childhood. I have wonderful parents and I had a great childhood. My parents are not overly affectionate either. I never once doubted that they loved me growing up, but they are not big huggers either.
That being said, I am trying to be more affectionate with my kids and find a happy medium between the hugger and nonhuggers out there. One way that I show my affection for my oldest daughter, Sydney, is to leave her notes in her lunchbox. She really gets a kick out of it. We haven't reached the stage yet where it embarrasses her. (I know, that I only have a few more years until she is repulsed by me for about 8-10 years, but she will be back around 22-23 years old.)
I am going to share the link for some of my favorite lunchbox notes. This is a free printable.
You can print these valentine lunchbox notes here
They are perfect to use for the month of February or make your child feel special and use them anytime!
when nicole was much younger, i used to leave her notes on her paper lunch bags. i used to write upside down..and all around the perimeter of the bag...she loved it... at least, i think she did lol!!! i come from a family that doesnt hug either. as you know, im def not a hugger either!! i do believe there are lots of ways to show someone you care besides hugging!
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