A lesson learned

One of the great things about being a step-parent is that I am constantly learning. Today, I learned a very valuable lesson.

Specifically, I learned that when it comes to getting the kids to do what I want them to, I have to be very specific. It's not enough to just tell them to clean a bathroom, for example. I have to give them specific instructions. I have to tell them to clean the toilet, wipe down the counters, clean the floor, etc. If you fail to do that, you end up with them doing exactly what they tell you to, no more no less. It's a lesson I won't soon forget.