Oh, aren't they so cute?
Well, tonight was a breaking point for the Daleys. Three of the four kids were naughty, mean, nasty, destructive... oh man.... I knew the transition would be tough. It's just easier to remember the good things, than the rough parts. It's easier to transition a baby to a family. Transitioning a "peer" is much more difficult. Feelings are very tender. Parents' love is questioned by the "established" kids, while the new one wonders if he's loved as much as the girls.
Just a few more months and Seth will be more used to our family, the rules, making good toddler decisions, etc. Until then, Doug and I must pray for patience and sanity. AND-- hide all valuables (Seth broke Doug's glasses tonight) and glassware, push everything away from the edges of the counters, child-proof the house, etc. I'm learning boys to be exhausting.
On that note, it is so wonderful to have my children all together. I'm sure after a good night's rest all will be well again in the Daley world.
PS: Happy one month anniversary, Seth. We are so happy to have you in our lives.
PS: Happy one month anniversary, Seth. We are so happy to have you in our lives.
7 comments:
I find comfort in the fact that you say boys are different than girls, I tell myself that often when I find my children being quite destructive but then I second guess it thinking that perhaps it's just an excuse I've come up with.
I hope things continue more smoothly for all of you.
And they really and truly are SO cute!
I love your thoughtful approach to transitions. You are right on with all of it! Each day is a new day and it is indeed part of the process of your family forming.
Thank goodness they all are so darn cute!!!
You are so right about boys being so different. That they are but so so worth the different approaches! I am glad to hear you speak of the ups and downs in the transition. We hope to be making the transition soon!
Congratulations on your new addition!
Suz, Read the book WILD AT HEART. It will give you really valuable insight into the uniqueness of these little men! It's so different raising boys from girls and thankfully so! You are an AWESOME mom! Seth is finding his way every day and knowing that no matter what envelope he pushes you love him and the girls are finding they still hold your heart too! Hang in there!!! You're doing a super job!!!!!! xoxoxoxox
Boy are exhausting, I completely agree, but I continue to find that they get better as they get older. They are more willing to forgive, they love their mommas, They aren't as up and down emotionally. It will be a good balance to have Seth their with three girls. You are such an awesome mom and am so happy to know that the transition for them is only temporary, you can do it Suzie! You are amazing!
When we adopted Jadon he kept throwing the porcelin spoons on the floor. It wasn't funny then, but he loves to hear those stories now. We all have a good laugh! Praying for strength for you.
~The transition, can be quite difficult, indeed. We added a 4 yr old and 6 yr old when our oldest was 7 and it was definitely a bit tough yet the blessings in the end are so amazing! You will look back and think, "wow, did we really go through all that?" So much will change in the next 6-12 months!
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