I've decided that parenting truly is the ultimate experiment. Being a mom is probably the most important and the most difficult job in my life, yet I went into it with no on-the-job experience. What the heck did I know about being a parent? Unfortunately for my kids...especially my first-born, I'm learning as I go.
Another irony is that I'm supposed to be teaching my kids how to become independent, responsible adults...yet many times I feel like I'm still learning my own lessons in this regard. I feel like a fool telling my 2 year old to not react out of anger when I do it myself. At least I have the good 'ol apology to fall back on. I remember when I was a kid, my dad would get mad, over-react, huff, puff, snort, stomp...and then disappear for a bit...then he'd show back up and apologize for the way he acted. Even as a child I remember being impressed with this act. It was like, "Wow, my dad's human!! He makes mistakes too!" Well, now I'm in those shoes. I've had to do it several times-- apologize to Mia for yelling or over-reacting.
On a different note, I had to share yet another one of my stupid, funny mommy-head moments. Yesterday I locked my keys in my car. And, oh yeah, my kids were in the car too! I've almost done this a couple times before-- so for that reason I usually keep my keys tucked in my pocket. Somehow I had a brain fade and didn't do that this time. I got lucky in that I almost always unbuckle Mia before I get out of the car (so that she can climb out Maggie's side). So, it took me a good 5 minutes of coaching Mia to push the unlock button-- but she did it! She even seemed rather amused that I was stuck outside! Don't think I'll be making that mistake again (hopefully)!
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Ana, I love this post. I SO relate!! Half the time I feel like I'm operating with out a brain...and the other half of the time...I'm not operating at all! :)
I'm so glad you were able to coach Mia to open the door for you!! What a nightmare it could have been! But I've almost done the exact same thing so many times!!
I also feel you on the hypocritical parenting...and apology! My Dad was the same way, and I agree... it's good to see your parent are human, and in return...be a human parent yourself! Your kids will be better adults for it, I think!! :)
Keep up the good work... I happen to think your 'experiment' is quite a success! :)
I cannot imagine how scary that must of have been for you. It is funny though:D} Glad Mia is old enough to be able to be coached through it-hee, hee:D} Carrie
I would have loved to see you and Mia in that moment! Glad I'm not the only one with key issues! I'm really feeling you on the hypocritical parenting, too... I'm hearing Liam repeat my words, (and tones) to Scott and to Ryder... It can be really eye-opening sometimes!
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