Your child loves you, undoubtedly. However, it is easy to forget the ones that are not with us on a day to day basis. Phone calls are obviously an option, but children are very visual, and may get bored of the phone quicker than they will if they can actually see you.
Because we are on separate schedules, it's nice for him to hear my voice even when we might not be able to talk. His dad does the same thing for me.
My cell phone has been an indispensable part of staying in touch with my son - or allowing him to stay in touch with his dad while he's with me. With a two hour time zone difference between parents, being able to reach the other party at the right time is important. Sometimes that means…
Call your child right before bedtime to say good night. Say a favorite prayer or sing a favorite bedtime song together... or make one up!
Call your child right before school to tell them you love them and to have a wonderful day.
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