there's the terrible 2's. but why hasn't anyone ever mentioned the terrible 8's? don't let this face fool you. joses use to be my sweet, giving {he would give me something EVERYDAY. whether it be a flower, a weed, a kiss, a note...the list goes on}, easy-going, loving, and funny kid. but now? he gives me nothing but attitude, melt downs, and back talk constantly. jamuson went through the exact same stage! maybe it's just my kids. i know it's because they are wanting to be their own individual and they want their independance, but honestly! wouldn't it be much easier if he would simply say, "mom, i really think this would be best for me". and i could say, "well, i don't think that would be best for {b/c i've been there, done that....blah,blah,blah} you." and he would say, "mom, you're right, you know what you're talking about. okay." but that would be too easy.
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It's not just your kids, I promise. I face these same issues with my oldest, who is also 8, on a daily basis. I try to rememeber all the things you said... they're struggling to become independent, just past that stage of "little one" to not quite "big one." But it's hard... Your kids seem happy and loved. I think you're doing a great job. <3 Syr
Did we not just talk about this going on with Jakob. He used to be my go to guy and now all I get is lip. Just keep doin' what you're doin' and pray it gets better...quickly!!! hugs.
Those difficult phases are so hard to get through but hang in there because the good phases come back around!
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