Most every where I go now I get looks of overwelment. Mostly from just about everyone. That's fine cause I know when I go somewhere I am out numbered by a lot. Everyone asks how we are doing it and look at me like when am I going to have my big break down. ( which does happen just ask Chris) I don't feel like its constant though. I really do feel like it is just one more. And with that just one more to make you laugh feel love for. I love it and just manage the craziness with the attitude of in a minute it might be better or yep they did that now I get to clean it up, and really most things you just have to laugh at. Like Christopher praying that he hoped Heavenly Father would have a really fun day today or that he would have the spirit with him. Wanting to be in charge so bad that after you give instructions for some other sibling he goes and helps them instead of doing what we have asked him to do. Ethan constant jumping not cause he has to use the bathroom but because that is just Ethan. Ethan is constantly asking questions that really don't make sense I really don't know what world he is living in right now. He talks all day about animals and what he should name them. Matthew repeating everything everyone says(Literally). And is always caring around little objects like Lego's or these cups that have lids and asks me to help him take them off and put them on again like 30- 40 times a day. ( I love it!) . Putting them in his backpack that is just way to cute. Jackson starting to figure out his hands and everyone once and a while make a noise. Its nice to have the excuse to nurse so I get to sit down. I am a ping pong ball on steroids. Chris and I just keep saying to keep sane. WE ARE BLESSED WITH WORK. And we are.
Boys oh! Boys.
I think boys get a bad rap. I think they have a lot of energy but really for the most part its just energy. They are most of the time easy going and likable. Yes, They turn everything into a weapon. And if you give them a ball they will throw it. So they are predictable. But its just that to them a toy why not use it. They aren't really trying to hurt someone they are just curious to see what it will do. Just like a girl wants to see all the functions of her new purse of hair do gadgets they are just lucky that don't hurt people. I have to say I am really bugged when girls expect to get first choice and best this and that because they are girls. They are kids and really shouldn't have to deal with that yet. Yes, they should respect them and treat them nice. Shouldn't the girls be expected to treat boys as nice. Is it nice to take the turn first all the time is that really being a lady to take advantage. Come on they are kids and all want turns and to keep it even and fair. I really don't think they should have to deal with this yet. I do think they need to learn manners I don't believe getting the short end of the stick all the time helps them want to have manners. I do want my boys to know that we treat girls with respect, and I hope that they can as well be respected in return for trying.
Boys are amazingly loving and caring. I never thought I would have only boys. It is definitely something I have had to come to terms with. I don't know if that is even settled yet.( I am not saying I am having more kids I think I am done.) I do know that boys are special and they have a great mission on this earth. I am so amazed with how much I just enjoy it. What a great life. Its crazy but well worth it. So all those people who say to me wow! you have your hands full. Yep, I do!
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Well said. I liked when you wrote that boys are predictable and everything becomes a weapon and that if you give them a ball they throw it. There is something magic about the number four, when your kids are spaced closely like ours are. You think you want to have more. Then you think you are done. Then you are like, this is exhausting and expensive! But, I love it. Am I done? Well, at least that is my thought process a lot. Zack still isn't potty trained, but he was doing much better until a little set back yesterday. He was trying to stand up to pee, like Andrew does, when the toilet seat slipped and pinched him and he now has a bad bruise on the tip of his "you-know-what". These disasters do not happen with girls...for obvious reasons. Yet, I agree boys are fun!
Allie, that comment made me laugh! Oh, too funny...but sad too!
I find that no matter if it's Halle or Cole my hands are equally full with each of them, they just have different needs, that's all!
Rachel,
I love your blah blah and I think you should keep it up. I really admire that you can keep things low-key. I'm so excited to enter the world of boys (except for experiences like Allie's zack - ouch!), any tips are totally welcome. Maybe your hands are full, but what else would you rather be juggling? Way to go, you're amazing!
I laughed out loud while I was reading the anecdotes about your boys - especially Christopher.
Although I am thrilled to be a mom to a little girl, I must admit that every year that I taught kindergarten, my (secret) favorite students were ALWAYS boys. :)
Ha. I love your outlook on life and your mothering. You and Chris are great parents and don't worry about what others think! :) I love boys, too and want to have all boys myself! And with my luck I will have all girls, but who knows! Love your blog...keep it up.
PS. I love your kids, so if you ever get overwhelmed and need a breather, let me know.
LOVE this post! I think boys are great too. I do wish...9 months pregnant...that they wouldn't have to run everywhere, or destroy the house everyday, or jump on me...but I wouldn't trade them in a minute! Do your boys do "pretend hitting". That is one thing I just don't understand...pretend fighting until someone really gets hurt. Thanks for being such a great mom, and positive example for me to look up to!
Keep up the good work Rachel! You are such a fun and outgoing Mom...just like your mom. You can make the ordinary things extraordinary and fun. Your boys are lucky to have you as their mom. I want to see more pictures of your little Jackson thats just a week older than Molly!! You guys coming out here anytime soon!?
You are so great, Rachel! That is the best attitude to take when being a mother to young ones. I must remember your words in a few months when I'm feeling overwhelmed! I love your love for boys, too. They are so special, and you're right, they are just full of energy and FUN! I'll tell you that girls are WAY more demanding emotionally and I'm dreading the teenage years & hoping to survive them!:) Congrats on your side business! Wahoo!
wow. i only have two boys and yet i feel like you said it all for me. those who only have girls will never know what our life is like. it's definitely different, and fun. i love that line though, energy is just energy. i'm gonna tell myself that. thanks. we love you! best of luck to you.
Amen, Rachel! my thoughts EXACTLY. I only have 2 girls and I agree with you completely!! Boys are NOT wilder...they just happen to prefer activities that involve more danger? is that close? I go to a weekly library story group and often times the boys get singled out as "misbehaving"...but they are NOT! I ALWAYS feel so bad for some of the moms that have toddler boys in the group because the boys seem to like to jump during stories, or run a little or talk out during the stories. My daughters just sit and watch everything happen. I'm sure the boys' moms think my kids are well behaved or something. what a JOKE. They are just as disobedient as boys but in public they appear mello cause its just their nature. I think its unfair to make the boys feel unwelcome in quiet settings just because they have energy! totally wrong AND sexist! And i'm SOOOOOOOOOOO with you on the "manners stuff". I want to do my own blah blah post on that! i'm so tired of people telling their little boy that he has to wait for my daughter to go first because she is a girl. !!!!!?????? or 'be careful around the little girl! slow down, she's a girl, let her go first." Its so wrong! The boys always look so sweet and confused when they are told this by a parent. What does this teach anyway? teaching girls to be bratty? that is all I really need.
Thank Rachel. your blog is refreshing. Hang in there. you are a total inspiration to me.
Rach, you are my hero. If you ever need to talk or cry, call, I'm probably doing the same thing. I love my boy and can't wait for this second one to come. Any advise on three since you are a pro?
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