Rule #2 - I will control my emotions.

I will handle my emotions without shutting down or shutting Captain out.  I will not clam up and be silent.  I will tell him, in a respectful manner, when I am upset or have hurt feelings. 

I will not let anger or frustration brew until I throw an angry hissy fit or totally shut the whole family out.  I recognize that how I act and feel affects everyone in the house, not just me.

I will be honest about what I am feeling, EVERYTHING I am feeling.  I will communicate with Captain.  When I am having health problems that interfere with my emotions, I will tell him.

When I am worried about something, I will share that with him, and not try to carry it alone.  I will not worry about things that I can’t fix. 

I will be strong and consistent with the kidlets.  I will maintain calm authority over the house while he is at work.  I will consistently move forward with homeschooling.  I will not let the children badger me until I give them what they want.  I will not let the children tag team against me. I will not let them drive me to the point where I throw my hands up in frustration and give up.

I will be a happy, submissive, obedient, communicative wife, secure in Captain’s love for me.  I understand that I am safe with him, protected from attack, especially the ones I wage against myself.  I will rest, content in his shelter, knowing that there isn’t anything stronger than the two of us working together.