I hope you indulged this Mardi Gras.
I never grew up with a tradition of Lent. So it is kind of a novelty for my kids & me. I know that the sacrifice is supposed to inspire devotion, but for us, it is kind of a personal challenge.
I don't think I pressured my kids to give anything up. I only indicated that Mardi Gras indulgences were only valid if they preceded a sacrifice. So they've all chosen something to go without until Easter. I think they are inspired by the ritual of it.
It's kind of nice to have a ritual.

I'm giving up coffee. It is a noticeable void, even if I still have tea. My daughter was alarmed when I told her my choice. She was afraid I would be extra grouchy and it wasn't fair that the kids should suffer because of my decision. I'm not giving up caffeine, just coffee. It's enough of a disruption to my routine to make me stop and think.

How about you?