There is a time and place to brag, like all the brag threads we have lol. When someone is worried about their kids progress, not a good place to brag.
I also think there is a big difference between being proud of your kid for who they are and what they are accomplishing and thinking they are better/more advanced than most other kids.
Post by thedahliharpa on May 28, 2015 13:57:12 GMT -5
*raises hand* unapologetic butt wiper of a older kid. I have other struggles to focus on with that child. She does it herself when she's not home. She'll grow out of it. Meanwhile. the little one screams no help and I have had to chase her while she drops dingleberries along the way.
I thought I would feel better this time around about and not be comparing Andrew (since there aren't as many his age) and I still can't help it. My kids seem to just be later when it comes to gross motor skills and it freaks me the eff out. But I will brag on my breastmilk. Apparently that shit is exceptional.
And I KNOW it's not me doing the bragging because my kid has been slower at almost every milestone. I don't go into a lot of threads like that because it makes me sad sometimes. I mean I'm happy that someone's kid is attaining all these wonderful things, but when mine is still struggling to learn to talk, it's hard sometimes.
I feel the same way. Elias has made progress but still doesn't make a lot of sounds, so cant properly say a lot of words. He tries but the correct sounds aren't there. I know he understands a lot and that's what makes it hard. I'm sure I'd have lots of stuff I could brag about about if I could understand what he is saying. Heck he could be saying genius things that'd be surprised he knew or understood, but I don't understand him. I read your lost the other day and I also think it's more that he can't physically make the correct movements to make the sounds. He has an arched pallette too. I've brought it up to everyone and it seems to get brushed off, I never really get answers about it. I am going to bring it up again at his next appt.
I have bragged about some things he's done though like when he built a robot out of his bristle blocks. I was really proud and impressed. I don't consider myself a bragger though. I have a few friends who always talk about how advanced their kids are and how they expect more of them, because they're so advanced. Always talking about they're advanced skills and how other people comment about it. Stoppp
Post by orriskitten on May 28, 2015 14:12:11 GMT -5
I'm dying to do a painting and drinking night! They don't seem to have it here though
My UO: I think immigrating to other countries should be easier. I've had a really easy time of it, but that is only because I married an Icelander. And getting DH to the states was hellish, and he had an easy time of it.
I hate that it is difficult to get out of where you are.
A friend of mine here (whose son is the same age as Butters) would not shut up about how big her son's penis is ... how even her lesbian friend commented on it!
Then I saw the kid's wang.
Guess what?! I guess Butters has a big penis, too!
My moms group when C was bitty apparently was obsessed with C's penis. I found out months after the other boy moms had discussed in private. Awkward
A friend of mine here (whose son is the same age as Butters) would not shut up about how big her son's penis is ... how even her lesbian friend commented on it!
Then I saw the kid's wang.
Guess what?! I guess Butters has a big penis, too!
My moms group when C was bitty apparently was obsessed with C's penis. I found out months after the other boy moms had discussed in private. Awkward
I very much dislike Dr Seuss books. I'm going through some of the books I've kept aside and we got a small collection of Dr Seuss. I started reading one to Andrew and quickly put it away because I don't want to read it. Madison would probably love it. But, whatever.
It doesn't bother me when people brag about their kids. We complain about them enough, it's nice to say nice things about them once in awhile lol.
I don't think you understand what I meant.
I don't know who Dorothy quoted and I don't feel like scrolling through to find it, but I'll give you and example of what she is talking about.
Back when I was concerned about L's speech I made a post about how he wasn't talking and had no words. I asked if anyone else was in the same boat and if I should be worried.
Several piped in and said their kid had 20 words, 32 words, two word phrases, etc. then yes generally ended it with " but they all do things at their own pace". Those threads aren't the place to talk about two word phrases and exploding vocabulary. It's better to say something like " Run it by your pediatrician if your gut is saying something wrong. We are here to support you!", or something like that.
ETA: People don't have to walk on eggshells, but tact and sensitivity is needed.
You guys need to shop at Walmart. That's really the only place I shop for non bike shorts for the girls and they are normal length, I swear. Or maybe my kids have very high buttcheeks or something. I am always so confused about the short shorts comments because I just don't experience it!
The girls have garanimal shorts and Madelyn's diapers hang out the bottom. I have to find different ones there.
Oh yeah, the cotton ones are pretty short. And kind of wide in the leg, maybe? I feel like they are more pajama pants material too.
They have denim shorts and more sturdy type chino-ish shorts that are defnitely long enough. Not like skater shorts long, but cover the dipes.
C25K...it works Seaside 5K...........40:45(2012) Turkey Trot..........41:30(2012)/37:08(2013)/37:40(2014) St Pat's 5K..........39:27(2013)/38:48(2014)/35:12(2015) Belair Town Run......38:09(2013)/36:27(2014) Back To Football 5K..37:36(2013)/43:44(2015) Balt Run Fest 5K.....34:59(2013)/41:50(2014)/35:54(2015)
A friend of mine here (whose son is the same age as Butters) would not shut up about how big her son's penis is ... how even her lesbian friend commented on it!
Then I saw the kid's wang.
Guess what?! I guess Butters has a big penis, too!
My moms group when C was bitty apparently was obsessed with C's penis. I found out months after the other boy moms had discussed in private. Awkward
Post by Regina Philange on May 28, 2015 14:27:04 GMT -5
I actually had a girl text me that she is infuriated because her kid is so advanced, and needs to go to kindergarten this fall. She is two months older then L. Her argument is that it's not fair that there are special needs programs and not help for advanced kids in the other direction.
It's shit like that that pisses me off and makes me see red when bragging. I call it backslap bragging. I don't think she has any idea what we have been through with L, but still.
And if you really are worried about something like this, don't hate on special programming where my son is currently participating in. It's all about the presentation people.
I very much dislike Dr Seuss books. I'm going through some of the books I've kept aside and we got a small collection of Dr Seuss. I started reading one to Andrew and quickly put it away because I don't want to read it. Madison would probably love it. But, whatever.
B picks them as bedtime stories when he's trying to stall because they're so long. They drive me nuts. Eta: we have a bunch because both my H and I liked them as kids, but neither of us can stand them now. My parents are probably like payback!
And I KNOW it's not me doing the bragging because my kid has been slower at almost every milestone. I don't go into a lot of threads like that because it makes me sad sometimes. I mean I'm happy that someone's kid is attaining all these wonderful things, but when mine is still struggling to learn to talk, it's hard sometimes.
I feel the same way. Elias has made progress but still doesn't make a lot of sounds, so cant properly say a lot of words. He tries but the correct sounds aren't there. I know he understands a lot and that's what makes it hard. I'm sure I'd have lots of stuff I could brag about about if I could understand what he is saying. Heck he could be saying genius things that'd be surprised he knew or understood, but I don't understand him. I read your lost the other day and I also think it's more that he can't physically make the correct movements to make the sounds. He has an arched pallette too. I've brought it up to everyone and it seems to get brushed off, I never really get answers about it. I am going to bring it up again at his next appt.
I feel like B and Elias are very similar. B is good about getting his wants across, but I just wish I knew what kind of funny/adorable/cute things go through his head. I can't wait to actually hear what he's thinking!
I hope you you get some answers for your sweet boy!
I very much dislike Dr Seuss books. I'm going through some of the books I've kept aside and we got a small collection of Dr Seuss. I started reading one to Andrew and quickly put it away because I don't want to read it. Madison would probably love it. But, whatever.
ME TOO! Holy shit, they are so annoying. She loves Hop on Pop. I can kind of handle that one, but Green Eggs and Ham is a firm no. I think it got "lost."
Hop on pop is awful. Our friend had a Dr Seuss themed party for her daughter's first birthday and this was in Madison's goody bag. I have removed it.
I actually had a girl text me that she is infuriated because her kid is so advanced, and needs to go to kindergarten this fall. She is two months older then L. Her argument is that it's not fair that there are special needs programs and not help for advanced kids in the other direction.
It's shit like that that pisses me off and makes me see red when bragging. I call it backslap bragging. I don't think she has any idea what we have been through with L, but still.
And if you really are worried about something like this, don't hate on special programming where my son is currently participating in. It's all about the presentation people.
Well, it sounds like he didn't get his genius from her! D and H are worlds apart socially...the thought of turning D loose in H's class is fing comedy. I mean, it wouldn't even be physically safe. I hate people, lol.
Post by TrudyCampbell on May 28, 2015 14:44:04 GMT -5
The next time someone mentions a brag in a "concerned" post, I'm going to call them out on it. That shit makes me so mad. If someone is posting "I'm concerned my kid isn't talking" etc that is NOT THE TIME to say "my kids were early talkers and had 500 words at that point, but hugs!!!"
I actually had a girl text me that she is infuriated because her kid is so advanced, and needs to go to kindergarten this fall. She is two months older then L. Her argument is that it's not fair that there are special needs programs and not help for advanced kids in the other direction.
It's shit like that that pisses me off and makes me see red when bragging. I call it backslap bragging. I don't think she has any idea what we have been through with L, but still.
And if you really are worried about something like this, don't hate on special programming where my son is currently participating in. It's all about the presentation people.
Wait, wut? So, a three year old in kindergarten? That's the dumbest shit I have ever heard. She sounds like an asshole.
I actually had a girl text me that she is infuriated because her kid is so advanced, and needs to go to kindergarten this fall. She is two months older then L. Her argument is that it's not fair that there are special needs programs and not help for advanced kids in the other direction.
It's shit like that that pisses me off and makes me see red when bragging. I call it backslap bragging. I don't think she has any idea what we have been through with L, but still.
And if you really are worried about something like this, don't hate on special programming where my son is currently participating in. It's all about the presentation people.
So they are FORCING her to send her 'genius' to kindergarten? What?
The next time someone mentions a brag in a "concerned" post, I'm going to call them out on it. That shit makes me so mad. If someone is posting "I'm concerned my kid isn't talking" etc that is NOT THE TIME to say "my kids were early talkers and had 500 words at that point, but hugs!!!"
I find it really annoying being SO good looking. It's like, people see me and they are like -- are you a famous model or something? because you look like one. And I'm like I AM A PERSON YOU KNOW! LOOK AT MY SOUL NOT MY FANTASTIC LEGS
then people keep buying me stuff too, free cars, clothes, jewelry etc. because of how much they like me. And I just ..I have a lot of stuff you know?
I find it really annoying being SO good looking. It's like, people see me and they are like -- are you a famous model or something? because you look like one. And I'm like I AM A PERSON YOU KNOW! LOOK AT MY SOUL NOT MY FANTASTIC LEGS
then people keep buying me stuff too, free cars, clothes, jewelry etc. because of how much they like me. And I just ..I have a lot of stuff you know?
Life is so hard sometimes
I also find it annoying that you are so good looking. Just put a hot iron on your fucking face already, OK?!