What I don't want to do is force my musical taste on her in an effort to avoid the things I don't like. I don't want to smother her choices. I know I will have to bite my tongue - and stuff my ears - over future music that will come into our house, much like my own parents probably did. So, when the Disney Shake it up: I heart music CD arrived in the post today for her to check out I was open minded knowing that she was going to love it, and a little bit apprehensive that I would loathe it.
I reluctantly removed my Two Door Cinema Club CD from the car stereo and let her take control of the music for the drive to swimming. I clutched the steering wheel, prepared my ears and waited....
And. I was pleasantly surprised. The voices weren't too Disneyfied and the tracks were actually ok. Edith loved it. I shook my thang. As you do. I was enjoying the moment as I know it will only be a matter of time when that kind of behaviour will embarrass her to pieces - ha, can't wait for that.
Are you intrigued? Here's what to expect...
Some of it reminds me of a watered down Rihanna so it ticks the box of more 'grown up' music for Edith without the dodgy lyrics and innuendo that I don't want to have to deal with quite yet. It definitely makes her want to get up and dance and she already has plans for us to choreograph some moves - I am secretly looking forward to that.
So, I am happy. Edith is happy. She has a CD that gets her off her backside and moving. I don't have to worry about what she might hear. And, I can have some 'girl time' with her and shake a few calories at the same time.
All round result.
I will make sure Mr. Flowers and co. are not forgotten though.
I would love to know what other children listen to. Do your children follow your musical tastes? Do you love or loathe their choices? How much should we police what they listen to?
Do let me know what you think.
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Disclaimer: we were sent the CD for review purposes. All views and opinions are ours and as always are honest.
