A Parent's Anguish

Just had a scolding session for big 2...and when Nigel apologised, leaving Claire, it's like I had to be firmer, so I took her out and demanded an answer from her; on whether she was right or wrong. Eventually she had to give in when I threatened to throw her out of the house. Well, I did not lose it completely and eventually got to explaining to her about her actions.

Is this a parent's anguish? I certainly felt it. On the one hand, I had to exert my authority, yet the back of my head was like thinking she's only 6, will she leave the house when she is in her teens? Her stubborness reminded me a lot of wifie (no this is not personal). It's just that she was young and so I had more control of the situation. But it really hurts inside in this session. How does a parent translate his/her love? It's like I want to give them all, but how do I show them I love them and want all that is good for them, yet mould their character. I want them to have convictions for what they believe in and yet conforming to be "good". Cant help but question what if I cant give them the attention and time. My biggest worry is my children ...and my wife after all....Only faith can show the way. Belief in God's plan.