When he complains -- because we can’t go to the donut store or because he has to leave Grandpa's house or because he doesn't want to wear pants -- I’ve been trying to get him to tell me two things that make him happy or grateful. And then I try to I make myself do just the same. I get too caught up in saving the world and scrubbing the dishes and who can even tell which is which. Two things are usually enough to keep us both from spinning off too far in the wrong direction.
JEB
Hi there.
ReplyDeleteI found your blog this morning after a commenter on my own blog led me this way. I am a mom to 3 young children. Our youngest daughter, Mabel, was just recently diagnosed with Batten Disease. She is 2. I see the similarities in our family and even in our writing. I hope that we can connect and chat more. I just now joined the Batten support group on facebook and it has been a huge help. Mabel's exact type is still unspecified but tests are out. She never gained any skills at all, other than sitting. Anyway, you can read more about us on our blog:
www.rameelinlarson.com
♥ So glad I found you guys!
Tuck, are you getting even more handsome?
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The SMILE on that child - and the eyes!
Cathy in Missouri
Pants...smants. I'll make Tuck a deal - he can remain pantless at my house as long as I have to be counterless :)
ReplyDeleteI have found Mark "necked" as he says, from the waist down every morning this week. He insists it's okay 'cause Grandpa Gary doesn't wear pants to bed. Who is Tuck using as a scapegoat to explain his pantless urges?
ReplyDeleteThis is a great teaching tool...one I've been practicing with my boys too. When they say, "ugh, we such a busy day!" or "i don't wanna do homework" we talk about what is good about the day too. We all need a little more practice with this. :)
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