It has been almost a week and a half since my last post, and we seem to be doing *a bit* better in the discipline/behavior department. I just know this is going to take some time. It got worse before it got any better, but we seem to be on the right path. I have had some really good conversations this past week with people I really look up to in parenting, and the encouragement I have received has been wonderful. So, I am thankful to God for all of these things.
On top of all of this, Hannah has some sort of little mouth virus which she caught from some friends at church. She has not really been sick in months, so this has been fairly miserable for her. So, once you throw that on top of the behavior/discipline stuff, then you can come to understand how I have spent my last week.
Anyway, I have to post some pictures of our sweet Hannah soon. She has learned how to swing all by herself by using her legs and body...it's actually pretty comical, but it saves me from having to push her endlessly on the swing.
Sunday, September 26, 2010
Friday, September 17, 2010
A singular focus
I just realized that I have not posted in over a week! Between work (my part-time 12 hours a week), multiple house repairs, and family life I have not had time to do much else the past week. Other than these things our singular focus this past week has been dealing with behavior and heart issues in Hannah. In our family, the twos were not terrible at all, but the threes, they have been REALLY TOUGH!!! I have been shocked by all the stops that Hannah will pull out to get her way. So, it has been trying to say the least. So, most of our days are spent explaining, disciplining, reexplaining, praying, talking, more disciplining, and while I am by myself...pulling my hair out! Not really, but I have thought about it.
Anyway, I know this is a phase, but it is a hard one that I would love to get through soon! Some of the issue is mine. I need to know when to pick battles. I realize they don't all need to be battles, but it is hard when the attitude of a three year old comes in. I also realize there is my pride involved. It is one thing when Hannah acts up here at home for us, but when she acts up at church for others, it cuts me deep. I need to realize that is just my pride that wants my child to be perceived a certain way by others. So, yes, I pray that God would let those things die in me so I can focus on the real heart issues that Hannah is dealing with.
Most of our days are good, but man-oh-man, when it is bad, it is BAD!!! So, we are slowly (and patiently, by God's grace) learning to discipline Hannah so that she realizes the reasons behind the discipline.
So, that has been our last week (or really month). I'm praying that it eases up soon....any hope for that?!?!
Anyway, I know this is a phase, but it is a hard one that I would love to get through soon! Some of the issue is mine. I need to know when to pick battles. I realize they don't all need to be battles, but it is hard when the attitude of a three year old comes in. I also realize there is my pride involved. It is one thing when Hannah acts up here at home for us, but when she acts up at church for others, it cuts me deep. I need to realize that is just my pride that wants my child to be perceived a certain way by others. So, yes, I pray that God would let those things die in me so I can focus on the real heart issues that Hannah is dealing with.
Most of our days are good, but man-oh-man, when it is bad, it is BAD!!! So, we are slowly (and patiently, by God's grace) learning to discipline Hannah so that she realizes the reasons behind the discipline.
So, that has been our last week (or really month). I'm praying that it eases up soon....any hope for that?!?!
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
Spaghetti Night
We had speghetti night a while back and after spilling one to many noodles on her shirt, I asked Hannah to remove her shirt for the rest of dinner. I guess I should have asked her to do this from the beginning because this was a delightful way for her to finish her dinner. In fact, she then requested that both Jason and I do the same. As you can tell, Jason happily obliged. However, I can assure you, I did not.
These 2 are so fun together!
These 2 are so fun together!
Monday, September 6, 2010
Playhouse project
I found an awesome idea in a family fun magazine a few weeks ago. It was for a fabric playhouse. I jumped at the idea and Hannah has had a blast with it. I actually had enough left over fabric to make it, so the cost was free!!! It was a hodgepodge of colors though...thankfully, Hannah didn't care in the slightest.
We set out to cutting the fabric to cover the top of the table and down all 4 sides.
We chose to use our dining room table since it is our biggest one. It is counter height which was perfect for this project. It allows Hannah to have plenty of room to play under it.
I sewed the fabric to exactly cover the top of the table and down all 4 sides. I plan on sewing some ties about half way down the fabric sides so I can tie them together while it is on the table.
We cut a window that can be rolled up and tied into place.
And of course (according to Hannah) every house needs a door. So, we cut a door that can also be tied into place.
And voila, we have ourselves a great little playhouse that can be used and then put up when necessary. Hannah has loved taking her babies in it and making phone calls to "Mama's house" to see if she can come over and visit. And, of course, the answer is a resounding "YES!"
We set out to cutting the fabric to cover the top of the table and down all 4 sides.
We chose to use our dining room table since it is our biggest one. It is counter height which was perfect for this project. It allows Hannah to have plenty of room to play under it.
I sewed the fabric to exactly cover the top of the table and down all 4 sides. I plan on sewing some ties about half way down the fabric sides so I can tie them together while it is on the table.
We cut a window that can be rolled up and tied into place.
And of course (according to Hannah) every house needs a door. So, we cut a door that can also be tied into place. 
And voila, we have ourselves a great little playhouse that can be used and then put up when necessary. Hannah has loved taking her babies in it and making phone calls to "Mama's house" to see if she can come over and visit. And, of course, the answer is a resounding "YES!"
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