So I have a pretty good kid.  But these days for some reason I am trying to work with him on trying to understand being responsible.  It is hard because I don't know if it is just because he is half way done with the school year, his age, or what.  But he is just having issues understanding that kids have chores and in and outside the home.  I get told from everyone at school and other parents that he is a good kid.  But well his room and things everyday I beg to differ on.  I have to fight with him almost to understand to pick up his clothing, brush his teeth, take a shower, and just general things he should be use to already doing.  And yes it is frustrating for both of us. 

I am trying not to pull my hair out and to get so upset but it is hard when you see that these things are so simple and he just isn't doing them.  I let him know that other friends of his have way more responsibilities than he does but that doesn't seem to matter.  It is frustrating.