Everyone (except Michael) has been very whiny and grumpy today. I know why: there is a cold going around which makes noses and ears stuffy and throats sore. But it just doesn't make it any easier, especially when I am afflicted with the same cold.
When Luke whines about something not going his way (my not giving him his sister's juice, or not letting him play in the cold garage in his jammies) or Amanda stands next to me holding her shoes saying "uhh! uhh! uhh!" it makes me want to whine. That is certainly not the motherly response, but it is a human response. I can't make these kids feel better, I can't let them do whatever they want, what can I do?
I suppose what is called for is a little understanding, some hugs, and a bit more patience than usual, as this is the exception, not the rule. And perhaps I will go into the bathroom and whine at myself in the mirror.
When Luke whines about something not going his way (my not giving him his sister's juice, or not letting him play in the cold garage in his jammies) or Amanda stands next to me holding her shoes saying "uhh! uhh! uhh!" it makes me want to whine. That is certainly not the motherly response, but it is a human response. I can't make these kids feel better, I can't let them do whatever they want, what can I do?
I suppose what is called for is a little understanding, some hugs, and a bit more patience than usual, as this is the exception, not the rule. And perhaps I will go into the bathroom and whine at myself in the mirror.
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