It wasn't too long ago that I was feeling bad because my boys didn't want Daddy's help while getting dressed. They would say, "I can do it!" with all the in confidence the world. I was sad. My boys were growing up.
Now I hear, "I need help Daddy!" when it is time to get dressed in the morning. And I wonder what happened to the confidence?
Then I wonder…why do I let this annoy me? I enjoy being there to help them with these type things…then I realize part of it comes from wanting to see them grow and wondering…why aren’t they able or wanting to do it for themselves?
In the end I know my boys will grow up confident and strong with a good head on their shoulders. And I really do need to enjoy all the little changes along with the big changes. I think the fact they ask Daddy for help is they like being with Daddy. And while their independence is important I do enjoy it when they depend on me…even for things I know they can and have done for themselves.
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that is exactly right adam...just remember it was not that long ago you would still say to me....mom..will you make me a turkey sandwich..you make them so well...
now ad...I knew you could make your own turkey sandwich........but of course I made one for you...because I love you...that is why...
and I never once questioned you would be able to make your own turkey sandwich if I wasn't there..
I have to remind myself as well, that these days will be over soon, that it is sweet when they HAVE to have me for bedtime, etc. - sarah roo
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