It's good to be reminded of obvious things because even the obvious sometimes gets lost in life.
I don't consider this article a *do-gooder forcing what we should do* on others. I see it as an important reminder to value those things that are most important. Our kiddos are most important..the time we spend with them is priceless.
Now sit down and eat your peas, hon. They're getting cold. ;o)
No way, peas are yucky! Now Spinach is the good stuff! 8)
I don't have a problem with the notion of remembering the little things that sometimes get pushed aside in our busy lives. However, I do take objection with the way this article was written to make it appear to be something it really isn't. I don't like the notion of some adult manipulating children into giving conditional answers, in order to make her point. While the article might be "cutsie" to some, I find that sort of thing disgusting for any adult to do.