Fitzpatrick’s Couple Types
I am single with no children, so I will be taking a look at my immediate family throughout the class. The Linc and Jaine Murray family are a combination of traditional and independent. With seven children you have to be able to adapt and accept change. Roll with the punches per se. On the other hand, with a large household you have to have a routine and be organized. My mom is the most organized women I know. I don't know what any of us would do without her!
Gottman’s Conflict Types
The Murray's are validators. We respect each other's views but with some many people and different personalities you are bound to have disagreements.
Kantor and Lehr’s Family Types
The Murray's are also an open family. We are encouraged to pursue our own goals and interests but the family is always there to be supportive of our decisions.
Saturday, September 27, 2008
Family Functions
My family is very supportive and nurturing. I come from a large family and because of that I am fortunate enough to always have someone to talk to and be there to listen. We are a close knit bunch and after losing my father in a car accident in late 2006 we have become even closer.
My parents are great nurturers. My mom always makes sure everyone gets to the right place and On Time! Dad was always right there too. Not only did he help with homework but was always right there cheering in the stands at a sporting event or driving countless miles to take me to another pageant-without even complaining! What a great guy!
After I began school, both of my parents worked outside of the home and we have always been provided with the basic resources.
My parents also strived not impose individual development in everyone. Not everyone is going to play sports or be able to sing (I sure wish I could!). However, they were supportive and encouraging of our individual personalities.
My parents are great nurturers. My mom always makes sure everyone gets to the right place and On Time! Dad was always right there too. Not only did he help with homework but was always right there cheering in the stands at a sporting event or driving countless miles to take me to another pageant-without even complaining! What a great guy!
After I began school, both of my parents worked outside of the home and we have always been provided with the basic resources.
My parents also strived not impose individual development in everyone. Not everyone is going to play sports or be able to sing (I sure wish I could!). However, they were supportive and encouraging of our individual personalities.
Family Rules
Rules:
Parents must know where you are at all times.
No friends over when parents are not home.
Do not eat in the living room.
*Stop running in and out the door!
Parents must know where you are at all times.
No friends over when parents are not home.
Do not eat in the living room.
*Stop running in and out the door!
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
UNIT 2
GEORGIA RULE
1.
*Do Not take the Lord's name in vain
*Sleep upstairs only
*Wash your own dishes
*You live here, you work
*Dinner is at six. You miss it, you wait til morning.
2.
I think that Georgia was trying to teach Rachel both respect and honestness as well as give her structure. All of which she is greatly in need of.
3.
At first it appears that there is a negative effect. Rachel is not used to having rules and structure in her life and rebels. Eventually she begins to embrace the rules and think of the well being of others instead of just herself. I think because of the rules Georgia has implied she gains Rachels respect.
1.
*Do Not take the Lord's name in vain
*Sleep upstairs only
*Wash your own dishes
*You live here, you work
*Dinner is at six. You miss it, you wait til morning.
2.
I think that Georgia was trying to teach Rachel both respect and honestness as well as give her structure. All of which she is greatly in need of.
3.
At first it appears that there is a negative effect. Rachel is not used to having rules and structure in her life and rebels. Eventually she begins to embrace the rules and think of the well being of others instead of just herself. I think because of the rules Georgia has implied she gains Rachels respect.
Wednesday, September 3, 2008
UNIT ONE
Cohesion: My family is extremely close knit, especially since the death of my father. Everyone is always there cheering on the other no matter what.
Adaptability: We are a very adaptable bunch, but with SEVEN children how can you not be?!? My mom is fabulous at keeping everyone organized and making sure everyone is where they are supposed to be and on time. We have had some major issues in our lives and we have learned to stick together, lean on each other, and roll with the punches.
Metaphor: A Three Ring Circus, where chaos reigns supreme. Love, life and everything in between!
Themes: Be the best you can be! My parents have always believed in us and have taught us to believe in ourselves.
Boundaries: The purpose of having boundaries is to protect and take care of ourselves. We need to be able to tell other people when they are acting in ways that are not acceptable to us. A first step is starting to know that we have a right to protect and defend ourselves. That we have not only the right, but the duty to take responsibility for how we allow others to treat us.
Adaptability: We are a very adaptable bunch, but with SEVEN children how can you not be?!? My mom is fabulous at keeping everyone organized and making sure everyone is where they are supposed to be and on time. We have had some major issues in our lives and we have learned to stick together, lean on each other, and roll with the punches.
Metaphor: A Three Ring Circus, where chaos reigns supreme. Love, life and everything in between!
Themes: Be the best you can be! My parents have always believed in us and have taught us to believe in ourselves.
Boundaries: The purpose of having boundaries is to protect and take care of ourselves. We need to be able to tell other people when they are acting in ways that are not acceptable to us. A first step is starting to know that we have a right to protect and defend ourselves. That we have not only the right, but the duty to take responsibility for how we allow others to treat us.
The Whole Gang!
Here is a picture of the whole crew. (including my two first cousins)
Front Row: Sister Lori, identical twin brothers Alex & Kyle, brother Ryan, sister Shannon. Back row: Sister Kristen, my Mom, Cousins: Tim and David.
Family: is a group of two persons or more related by birth, marriage, or adoption and residing together; all such persons (including related subfamily members) are considered as members of one family.
Your fathers there to fight away the monsters under your bed
Your mothers there to hug you when your sad
Your brothers there to sneak around with you
Your sisters there to cover the stupid things you do
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