SKHilbert's 100-word story for July 8, 2025

SKHilbert wrote the following micro-story on Hectalex on July 8, 2025. Each story on Hectalex is inspired by a daily visual prompt and must be exactly 100 words.

The face when my dear little one doesn't get their way. This face pains me and angers me. Parenting is so difficult, so many childhood memories come rushing to my mind when I felt hurt and slighted. It's hard to see our own self-centeredness and I did not take my lessons well. Oh Lord, help me teach your child that you have lent to me to see beyond the "no" of now. Now the temper tantrum is beginning, use the techniques and let them decompress in the agreed space - patience Momma. You can do this! Deep breath, go to them.

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