craziness.

 

I just want to talk about this little girl for a minute..

It is so crazy how fast she's growing up. She'll be two in just 3 months!

WHAT?!

Lia is seriously the best thing that has ever happened to us!

Raising a toddler is the hardest thing we've ever done.

Lia can be this little perfect angel, giving kisses and big hugs or wants to snuggle and read a book,

I feel like lately she has been this crazy terror.

Oh boy, it's insane.

She tests our patience every day. She tests her limits.

We pray to stay strong.

Yesterday.... well, hate to admit it, I broke.

We went to the mall, I had to order something from a store... well, it took a little longer than it should have and honestly, Lia was awful.

I was horrified, I was embarrassed. I didn't have a clue of what to do.

We discipline Lia. We do the whole time out thing.

She was seriously, just OUT OF CONTROL.

The store lines were getting longer and I had eyes burning my back.

Have they not been in my situation before?

Lia almost always obeys me at home, why wasn't she obeying me here?

I have never felt so judged.

Normally I would not care, if you have any negative opinions about me, I don't want to hear about it. I won't judge you, for one, I don't have time, especially with Lia to even think about you and second, I don't even know you, therefore I don't care.

But this circumstance was different.

They were judging my parenting.

That's not okay. I do my best. Yes, I lost control of my kid. It happened and I'd bet it will happen again.

If you tell me your toddler/kid is peach all of the time, never disobeys, never makes you want to tear your hair out... well, you're full of crap!!

Parenthood is seriously so hard. Yes, it is such a blessing to raise a child, but I know it will never get any easier.

 I love Lia with everything I have. She is our entire world.

Right after the mall, I drove straight to my mother-in-laws house. I wanted to help with the party invitations and I'm not going to lie... I needed a break.

I needed someone else to play with Lia and run around with her...

She was still out of control.

For a brief hour or two... I wanted my space.

Is that a bad thing?

I'm still learning, Lia teaches me every day.

She's my best friend, by little buddy.

But lets get real people, BEING A MOTHER, FATHER, IS HARD.

Did we see this coming? ummm. that's a heck no!

Lia was the quietest, sweetest, best baby. She'd have fits every now and then, but over all, really great baby... now... oh dear. it's just hard.

I had to vent. I don't know everything about being a mom. I probably never will.

I'm not ashamed that I broke down.

There is no pretending with me.

I know I'm not the only one feeling this way... at least I hope I'm not!

 

 

 

Lia

You are such a special little girl,

You have the sweetest spirit and the best intentions.

Sometimes you drive your parents crazy.

You have more energy than any other kids I know.

You are curious, daring, mischievous.

You are also loving, caring, hilarious.

You are like a little woman when you walk around.

You never stop making me laugh.

You always try to take care of us, tucking us into bed and giving us kisses.

You give the very best bear hugs.

You love to sing in the car and along with your movies.

it's the sweetest little voice.

Sometimes you laugh so hard that you will lose your voice.

You are always testing your mom and dad's patience,

which is your job as a child.

Your dad and I work every day to become better parents for you.

I promise we are doing the best we can.

We can't wait to give you a brother or sister to play with, because I know mom and dad can be boring sometimes.

You will be the best big sister one day.

One thing you need to know is that your mom and dad love you more than anything in this universe. You make our family special

You make us excited to wake up every morning.

Most importantly, you  make us try harder at everything, so you can have the best life possible.

We love you Lia. Keep being you because you are perfect the way you are.

Craziness and all. :)

 

 

Have a great day everyone. Thanks for reading my bipolar rant. :)