Hello! Its been while since I posted, but I have some thoughts on the early stages of the terrible twos.
Nathaniel has been pushing his limits lately. Those of you with children toddler age, or older will understand what this means. It is beyond frustrating! The worst part? He knows that what he's doing is wrong, and still goes off to do it, with a devious little grin on his face, staring right at me, as I am telling him no, and threatening time out through gritted teeth. Has anyone else ever felt like they were going to have an aneurysm or a heart attack when this happens? It makes me so crazy! In the words of a friend I was talking to recently, "its a good thing he's so cute..." Its a VERY good thing that Nathan is so cute and that I love him so much...
Another hard part about the terrible twos is the timing! I mean really Nathan. Did you have to start pushing your limits right now?! I am nine months pregnant, and just don't have the energy to fight with you, and chase you around. Its too bad telling you no from across the room doesn't really seem to work...
Long story short? The terrible twos are just plain terrible. Its a constant game and its exhausting work, both mentally and physically. I pray for patience with my son on a regular basis. Nathan is not always pushing his limits, and often gives hugs, kisses, high fives, fist pumps, and giggles. Those are the moments I hold out for.
