Motherhood - the good, the bad and the Oh no you didn't

Let me start by saying I'm going to bed and it is only 9pm. Today we took the day off from work and school to take a couple field trips. I even made her memorize and make videos at each stop. Go ahead quiz her. Ask her who is bigger than the boogie man? Ask her how Giraffes give birth. Ask her is San Diego is above or below Redondo Beach. Just don't ask her where we parked or what you just said 3 seconds ago.

Today was a great learning day for both of us. Here are the lessons I learned today.

Regardless of what the song says everyone does NOT have a water buffalo.

Pack your kid food no matter where you go because just because she likes grilled cheese or pizza doesn't me she'll like it everywhere. That way you don't waste money and are not tempted to say " what a waste of money" she doesn't need to feel like the let you down.

No matter what she'll always choose PINK!

5 year olds do not carry their patience in their pockets or anywhere with them...neither do new moms of 5 year olds.

DNA not only gives you the hair and eye color traits, it gives you attitude, sass and the best mean and pouty looks ever.

Even if you don't think they are listening in the background they are.

Trying to control ever situation will only make you crazier and more stressed out.

Follow through on your threats, so make them ONLY if you can keep them. If not then they will soon mean nothing.

Let it go, find a compromise. Breath and think about all the young person has gone through and continues to deal with...compassion is not only for strangers.

Lastly, if you think people are looking at you and judging you they are. Stop and think if that is the show you want everyone to watch.

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