As I watch my sweet, baby Isaac thrash on the floor, crying " don't talk to me!!" Because I closed a water bottle...or moved to a different spot on the couch...I remember from Silas, This Is SPARTA!!!!!!! The flailing emotions tumbling down the endless pit and as the voice inside of me rages at the insanity that is my toddler, I rally all of my executive function, compassion and empathy to introduce the calm his wild mind and heart needs.
Silas, on the other hand, is busy evolving his comprehension of human interaction and it can be such an infuriating task when it comes to his little brothers animal like antics. There is a lot of talk in our house right now about how to cool down, ways to manage frustration and when to walk away.
All of that being said, these two are starting to have such amazing play sessions together! They independently each have beautiful moments of emotional clarity and never doubt their love for each other or our family.
Thanksgiving was loads of fun because we got to play with Clara!!! We also got to see lots of family we almost never get to see anymore.
The boys had their first dentist visit and it went great all things conaidered. I praise pediatric dentists. It was exactly what the boys needed. Isaac only had an exam and had to be in my lap with a very convincing dentist. She was quick, kind and very good with him. He has a tiny cavity on an upper tooth that I had been watching for some time. She confirmed it was nothing to worry about and we would just keep an eye on it. Silas only had a little staining, and otherwise was good to go!
Happy holidays!!! We will see you in the new year with a fresh 5 year old!!
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