Last week was one of some major milestones for my middle child. He lost his second top tooth, taking his classic first-grader lisp to the next level – one of epic proportions, I must add. But even though I can’t always understand him that well right now, I don’t care because it’s so damn cute!
Then. THEN! On Thursday evening his Daddy took the training wheels off his bike and off he went.
See:
I know, so stinkin’ cute, right?
Next week he’ll be asking for the car keys. Or something like that.
This kid fills me with a ton of emotion right now. He’s challenging at times but as I am figuring out, he has good reason to be. He’s had some “behavioral” stuff going on for a while now* and after talking to his pediatrician and a few friends and family members, we’ve decided to talk to additional professionals about it. Primarily so that we can help him to cope with certain situations in life AND of course, so that we (meaning mostly Tim and I) can know how to deal with things when they come up.
He’s SUCH a sweet and snuggly kid but man, certain things just REALLY set him off. And some things really freak him out and affect him in ways that I just cannot understand without getting some help.
So that is what we are going to do for my boy that MUST have hugs and kisses in multitudes before bed and before he leaves for school, but also tends to not like me and other people some of the time. Truthfully, he and I butt heads from time to time and I want to eliminate that as much as possible. I would rather only have hugs and kisses.
p.s. Currently reading The Highly Sensitive Child because I think this may be what is going on with him. If anyone has any experience with this I would love to hear about it…
*This has been on my heart and in my mind for a while but I was not really ready to share until now… the fact of the matter is I am blessed with three extraordinary children, just in different ways…
You’re a great Mom to a great kid, Elaine. I just know that you will find the right ways to deal with the challenging situations, and bring out the best in G. xo
Alison recently posted…Benign Neglect
Oh, how cute!
I love the way you write so honestly about him. It shows all of your love and care.
He’ll be great!
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Oh, I love the gap. My first grader is my super sensitive child.
And, I’m glad to see he’s just started to ride without training wheels. Mine has no desire to have them removed!
Krystyn @ Really, Are You Serious? recently posted…Sometimes the cute overwhelms me
Oh, his smile is just awesome.
And he was so steady on his bike! I can’t wait to get our bikes out again.
I tend to be sensitive and my children are too at times – but in different ways from me and each other. It is so true, everyone is different. 🙂
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Yay! No training wheels! What a fun video capture 🙂
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Oh my gosh, he is so stinking cute. I love the video. And I love that you are doing everything you can to be the best mom and give him everything your little guys needs. Go Mama go!
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I love the way you mother your children, with so much love and understanding! <3
Kristin Shaw recently posted…I Surrender
Those ARE two major things in a short time. Would make me emotional for sure! And the intention you put towards all of this, towards him, is so evident. I really admire you.
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He is adorable and even when they are challenging it’s those hugs and kisses that make up for it. Good luck, I’m really curious about that book. I’m super sensitive and Jack is really sensitive to different things so this intrigues me.
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Julia, there is also The Highly Sensitive Person, for adults I believe. You may want to look into that one too, although I’m sure most of it applies to both. 🙂
That dimple just kills me! It’s good that you are reaching out when your child needs it…always good to have another person in your child’s corner!
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Man, he’s a cutie! Such big milestones. I’m glad you’re talking it out with some people so you can figure out what’s up and help each other deal with it!
Awww what a cutie! And you are great mom, and I”m sure you’ll find the right ways to help him! 🙂
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He is SUCH a cutie. That smile! And yay for riding the bike! That is HUGE!!!
I have a highly sensitive kid too. His behavior goes through phases. I try not to worry too much. I was just talking to a mom the other day about how her father in law was telling her that her boy was going to turn out to be a juvenile delinquent if she didn’t turn him around. And the kid was only THREE!!!! HA!! Now he is 11 and one of the sweetest boys you could ever meet. Such a good boy too. It is hard to see the bigger picture when you are in it but I think these kids just keep going through different phases trying to learn how to be a person. It is stressful stuff! 😉 I have to remind myself of that often. I get caught up in the moment too much and I need to see the bigger picture.
Sending prayers of strength and comfort and wisdom for you and Tim as you guide your adorable sensitive one through. ((hugs))
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That toothless grin! Love it! You’re a good mama to your little man, being proactive with his needs. But you already knew that. xoxo
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