Intense Fellowship

I remember one day I was in the kitchen holding the baby at the breakfast table. My husband and I were having a discussion about something that was rather intense. I cannot remember the topic. All the while, my 8 month old son was in my lap playing with a teething ring and was oblivious to what we were saying, at least I think so. Well, as the discussion went on, the intensity increased and the volume of our conversation went up a couple of notches. We weren't yelling. We were just both passionate about our cases and were determined to see our viewpoint get across. That is when I noticed that my once occupied child was looking up at me with those beautiful little beady eyes and the look was of fear and insecurity. It broke my heart. I lowered my voice, which in turn prompted my husband to lower his. I hugged and kissed the baby and he began to carry on with his task of conquering the teething ring.
So, it is very important to save heated discussions for a time when your children are not around. Set a time and place for these discussions or take your children to another part of the house where they are safe and happy. I do believe that you should be real with your children, but to an extent where they still feel safe, happy, and loved. I hope this helped.