Liz Atwood talks parenting resolutions this Tween Tuesday:

 In addition to the old promises to lose weight and exercise more, I'm adding to my list of New Year's resolutions to be a more effective parent of my tween sons. Starting in 2010 I resolve to:

 1. Nag less. I'm going to test the theory that if I nag less my sons will act more responsibly.

2. Enforce rules more consistently. How many times have I given in to demands to stay up later or watch more TV or play one more video game because I didn't have the energy to argue?

3. Offer more praise. I admit it. I sometimes am so worried with my sons' faults that I fail to compliment their achievements.

4. Have more fun. I'm going to try to enjoy the here and now and not worry so much about the future. Yes, high school and college admissions applications are looming. Before I know it, there will be driver's ed and dating. But for now I want to enjoy the few years remaining before my sons become adults.

Do you have your own parenting resolutions?