Three.
This is a totally different story. All my kids are great. Carter is in his terrible two's and getting his molars, Drew longs for play activities and bugs his brother, and Maylee cries a little more than Carter, but really they are all great....but it is having all three that is the juggling act! Julia put it quite perfectly today as I was venting my exhaustion about it all.....She said that juggling two balls is easy, one for each hand....but when there are three there is always one in the air. That is how I have felt these past couple days. This mom stuff is getting tricky.
Acting insteady of reacting....consistency...communication....rewards...punishment....
equality....playing...fighting....crying...laughing...hugging....hitting....kissing...biting...
sleeping.....not sleeping....diapers...laundry....eating...not wanting to eat....sweeping.....throwing...
working.....not working.....summer heat....cabin fever....grocery shopping....dishes.....
The list goes on and on and my mind swirls in circles. I try to reorganize my game plan each night with a renewed sense of trying to do better. Some days are better than others, but it is hard. I love it, but this has been quite the learning experience.
My current challenges include keeping a balanced diet for me and the boys, getting dinner done on time as well as keeping the pantry stocked (getting to the store is a trick), teaching Carter not to scream whenever he is unhappy or frustrated, keeping Drew from bugging Carter and making him scream, and keeping the newborn happy and healthy.
I know other moms have much more on their plate than me - but this is where I am right now. I am learning and balancing. There is a time and a season for all things. I am enjoying all these moments and trying to make the most of it all.
Any ideas to help the boys get along better more often? They play some times, just not alll the time. How do I get Carter to stop screaming - my ears can't handle much more. I would say I should pray for patience....but we all know where that got me last time....I was blessed with more situations to practice patience *smile*
Good thing I have such a wonderful and supportive husband who is my rock and safe place. He is my foundation and best friend. And I am SO glad my kids are so stinkin cute and I love them so much - it makes it all worth it.
Whew - I feel better just getting all that out there. Here is to the ending of another rather successful day and preparing for the next.
I know Maylee looks a little scared here...but wouldn't you be?
7 comments:
Yep, I was totally in control with two. Three has broken me. It is really tough though its getting easier as Darby gets older. Hang in there.
Oh, this is not comforting! Three is supposed to be just like two! I know it can't possibly be, but I NEED it to be. I'm not ready for another kid, but somehow I need to find myself ready in six weeks.
And I was starting to dream about having a third. Hmmmm. I need to go lay down just from reading your descriptions. Exhausting! At the same time, I'm sure you are equal to the task. I'm sure you are a top-notch mother of three. And thankfully, every new day is a new opportunity. Even with just (just!) two kids, I am so happy to be able to regroup at night and have a fresh start in the morning. Keep it up! You're amazing!
Oh man.... maybe I will wait a while longer to have another......hahaha...Charlotte is definitely enough for me right now because my dog likes to think he's a person and doesn't always listen to me. The one great thing about him is that him and Charlotte play together and he is so good with her. He's never growled or tried to bite her when she pokes his eyes. He's the best but between the two of them I think I'm good for now...once Charlotte is a little older and more helpful maybe...
The only thing I can think of with the screaming is what we do...well, try to do. Bedrooms are for screaming. If they are choosing to scream and ruin mommy's ears, then they can choose to do it in their room. After they are done they are welcome to come out and be pleasant. Honestly sometimes it means that the screaming one ends up being carried to said room with extra screaming, but at least it is supposed to be the plan. Also, I think that you are an amazing mom. I'm reading for preparation tips.
The only thing I can think of with the screaming is what we do...well, try to do. Bedrooms are for screaming. If they are choosing to scream and ruin mommy's ears, then they can choose to do it in their room. After they are done they are welcome to come out and be pleasant. Honestly sometimes it means that the screaming one ends up being carried to said room with extra screaming, but at least it is supposed to be the plan. Also, I think that you are an amazing mom. I'm reading for preparation tips.
I hear ya! Isaac at 2 was so so busy, sneaky, and wow the screaming. Trying to do that with a newborn is tricky. Good luck :) It gets better as your baby grows :)
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