Post by muppetinma on Sept 16, 2014 7:14:39 GMT -5
DH cut Andrew's hair on Saturday. I've posted before how traumatic it is for everybody involved. I wanted to buzz it shorter, because it's easier and would be longer between haircuts. DH didn't. I gave him a deadline of Saturday night to cut it how he wanted, either himself, or by a professional. If he didn't, I was going to cut it on Sunday. He kicked me out of the house Saturday afternoon and cut it! He said there was only minor whining and no crying. I mean, it looks like a home haircut, but it's really not bad. It's about as good as a professional can manage when Andrew starts freaking out.
I'm happy that it's done and I'm happy it wasn't traumatic, but I feel like DH won and I lost and that makes competitive Muppet a little sad.
Post by formerlyllizzyb on Sept 16, 2014 7:23:42 GMT -5
I'm a little embarrassed (in a good way) for speech therapy lately. G's speech has just exploded and he talks all the time. His vocab is finally within normal 2.5 yr old ranges, and he's making great progression towards phrases. I don't ever have any questions for our therapist anymore. such great problems to have, right?!
Post by formerlyllizzyb on Sept 16, 2014 7:26:58 GMT -5
Also, Graham is in love with my belly. "Hi baby Nora" pat pat "mine" "baby" hug "night night baby"
Then he'll remind me in his broken language that: we have to wait for her to grow bigger and that she will cry when she comes out and sleep in his old crib and use pink blankets. He's not so patiently waiting for the day he can feel her kick (we haven't had much luck yet with others feeling her from the outside).
Well getting dressed in the morning has become ridiculous over here. Lillian is going into total noodle, kicking, crying mode when I try to get her dressed. We used to have our days but this lasts through the whole time.
muppetinma's post reminded me of a book I wanted to recommend: The Reason I Jump. It's written by then-thirteen year old Naoki Higashida, who has autism. The book is beautifully written and so humbling to read. It's also a powerful reminder that those who need our compassion and patience the most are often the ones who can't ask for our understanding. Our babies and toddlers included. I'll also add that it was a quick read and can be finished in as little as 1.5 to 2 hours, though it deserves more time and reflection.
ETA: There's a section that speaks to haircuts, which prompted the connection.
Post by christidee on Sept 16, 2014 7:45:18 GMT -5
It's going to be a long day, and I am so tired this morning. One of my former students selected me as her inspirational teacher. She made me a home jersey for volleyball with her number on it. The whole varsity volleyball team did this, so I am going to watch her play today. The game isn't until 4, and there is no sense in going home, so I will be at school from 6:30-5 today, yikes!
Post by jamaga2583 on Sept 16, 2014 7:47:51 GMT -5
I'm hiding from my family at the new house. The littles were up every half hour last night and I can't deal with them without coffee today, so I left them with H and came here.
I hate zits. My face hurts.
Maybe I'll move Gavin's crib today and have him sleep in the pack and play until Saturday. He already sleeps like shit, so I don't think it will matter. I want one room in the new house finished, damnit!
It's a Tuesday miracle. They are playing together peacefully. Colin is telling Oliver "goo ja" (good job). I get to rest peacefully on the bed and probe, lol.
Owen is finally back at daycare. This is the 3rd day in Sept he's been there.
Her "personal reason" was that she needed to go get legal advice about her kids because she and he baby daddy are breaking up.
I've been in contact with another dcp who's got a 2 and 3 year old she watches full time that's close and $10 / day cheaper than current dcp. Hopefully we can go visit her tonight.
Post by unclejesse on Sept 16, 2014 7:58:25 GMT -5
A was so weepy this morning. He said he didn't want to go to school because he cries there . I asked the teacher and she said he does fine while we aren't there. He clung to me until she told him they were playing with bubbles, then I was suddenly chopped liver.
muppetinma's post reminded me of a book I wanted to recommend: The Reason I Jump. It's written by then-thirteen year old Naoki Higashida, who has autism. The book is beautifully written and so humbling to read. It's also a powerful reminder that those who need our compassion and patience the most are often the ones who can't ask for our understanding. Our babies and toddlers included. I'll also add that it was a quick read and can be finished in as little as 1.5 to 2 hours, though it deserves more time and reflection.
ETA: There's a section that speaks to haircuts, which prompted the connection.
I read this book after thedahliharpa or was it charlielove that recommended it to me a few years ago. It was a great read and very powerful. I try to remember to use my patience when someone wants to be pokey but ....
Owen is finally back at daycare. This is the 3rd day in Sept he's been there.
Her "personal reason" was that she needed to go get legal advice about her kids because she and he baby daddy are breaking up.
I've been in contact with another dcp who's got a 2 and 3 year old she watches full time that's close and $10 / day cheaper than current dcp. Hopefully we can go visit her tonight.
Wow.... No. All those days for legal advice. That is crap, I'm sorry.
Tonight Is Adam's back to school night, SIL is watching the boys for us. How sad that I'm giddy to get out of the house, and it's just for that.
You are giddy about something, that is good!
I get excited about stupid stuff, like going to the mall by myself for 15 minutes to make a return.
It's so sad to admit, but lame things make me happy. Yesterday I spent an hour organizing 4 boxes of clothing for the boys, and it made me happy. Vaccuming last night made me happy. Making a to do list made me happy. I think that whenever my life is in order, I'm happiest, so organizing and seeing any progress makes me happy. I'm feeling very motivated to call my dr. Today, I know I need to do it and it will only make me a better mom. Maybe if I bite the bullet, it could inspire someone else?
Owen is finally back at daycare. This is the 3rd day in Sept he's been there.
Her "personal reason" was that she needed to go get legal advice about her kids because she and he baby daddy are breaking up.
I've been in contact with another dcp who's got a 2 and 3 year old she watches full time that's close and $10 / day cheaper than current dcp. Hopefully we can go visit her tonight.
Wow.... No. All those days for legal advice. That is crap, I'm sorry.
According to her that was just yesterday and they we're sick with a stomach virus all last week, but talking with one of the other moms I'm not so sure that was really the case anymore.
I get excited about stupid stuff, like going to the mall by myself for 15 minutes to make a return.
It's so sad to admit, but lame things make me happy. Yesterday I spent an hour organizing 4 boxes of clothing for the boys, and it made me happy. Vaccuming last night made me happy. Making a to do list made me happy. I think that whenever my life is in order, I'm happiest, so organizing and seeing any progress makes me happy. I'm feeling very motivated to call my dr. Today, I know I need to do it and it will only make me a better mom. Maybe if I bite the bullet, it could inspire someone else?
Yes!!!! That's what I like to hear . Please go with the feeling, call right now. I am willing to bet you will inspire someone else!