New things for twins
It brings forth tough decisions. Who gets the new bike and who gets the old one? Why? How do we explain this to the one who didn’t get the new bike? What happens when one is truly (even obsessively) decisive, and the other is great at changing his mind? What about the fact that the old bike suits one child more then the other? How about the factor of one being so much more accepting if he doesn’t get the new bike? Are we rewarding bad behaviour by electing for the more demanding one to take home the new bike?
Tragedy close to home
We were all shaken today. Shaken by the sound of many emergency vehicles. Shaken by the horrendous traffic and police helicopters overhead.
Of strengths and obsessions…
Taz loves trains. There’s nothing more certain in his life then that statement. It seems that we have lucked out because he has an obsession that is in the list of ‘acceptable interests’. Not only do most kids love them, but even adults.
Watching Planes
It was Father’s Day, so our usual Sunday roast plans were ditched for an evening of watching planes.
The day I finally knew…
I had always known, but this was the day I REALLY knew…
Sensory Stuff
Here’s where Dale’s sensory issues get to me though. He could easily audition for the carpet stain remover add with Pro Hart, “Mr Hart! What a mess!”
Modern expectations…
So why the pressure? Why must they learn everything so young?
When a simple “no” is too much
When mum finds no windows that open, and there is no actual reason why.
Choosing extra-carricular activities
A strategic way of choosing kids’ extra activities.
Children De-Stress Too
We all do things to help ourselves through bad days. So do our children. What are we teaching them about coping?
