Last week I read the controversial "Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother."
I thought I was going to relate to this woman. I thought I would understand her motives. I expect a lot of my children (relatively speaking) and I do believe in strict rules and good solid discipline (at least in my own way).
I am a plush feather bed of momness compared to the author of this book.
My goodness. What a book. What a mom (in the loosest sense of the word). The stories this lady told of her parenting were appalling. I was completely shocked by some of the things that she thought were encouraging or motivational.
However, I did come away from it feeling like I am a total hero as a mother. So, if you need a parenting pat on the back, go ahead and jump into this story (if you want to borrow the book, just you let me know...although I don't really recommend it). You will feel better about yourself. I can almost guarantee it. 
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