Tag: patience

6 Ways My Daughter Challenges Me

My daughter is two years old and she has challenged me more so than many other humans on the planet. At least it feels that way. Here are six ways that my daughter challenges me on a daily basis: 1. Going Outside: I love… Continue Reading “6 Ways My Daughter Challenges Me”

The Little Dictator

The day begins with breakfast. I have made banana pancakes and they are really good. The little dictator has not had a taste of the pancakes but she yells that this is not what she wants. I try to reason with her but she… Continue Reading “The Little Dictator”

Lock Out Rant

The day began chaotic. I woke up later than I should have. Claire woke up exactly at the same time I did which meant that I would have to put breakfast and my quiet time aside until she was taken care of. After changing… Continue Reading “Lock Out Rant”

The Diaper Reality

There was poop everywhere… A routine 3:00 a.m. diaper change turned ugly at about 3:01 when I discovered that Claire had pooped up to the back of her neck. How does that happen?! Seriously. The physics of it just blows my mind. I’m sure… Continue Reading “The Diaper Reality”