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I don't think I've ever heard a "young one" make such a comment, expressing his love for his current life. Although I have no children of my own, as a parent ( or grandparent ), that's got to be a beautiful thing to hear! 
posted by
JimmyA
on November 7, 2012 at 2:21 PM
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Such a lovely story as always. These boys are getting wonderful training
and most importantly love that carries with it the balance of discipline. 
posted by
Justi
on November 4, 2012 at 12:44 AM
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Take it all in and save it Adnor, these will one day be beautiful memories...Even the misbehaving to some degree will bring smiles in days to come.
posted by
UtahJay
on November 3, 2012 at 10:11 PM
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Everything happens for a reason, right CCT?
Yes - we know he has the world to grow in. Now he has to realize that too.
posted by
adnohr
on November 3, 2012 at 7:12 PM
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So true, TAPS.
And even if it sounds crass, I feel it's like bringing up a puppy. Consistent discipline is usually what works.
posted by
adnohr
on November 3, 2012 at 7:11 PM
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He is a pet, Kabu, but they have catered to him too much.
It's not sympathy he needs - it's direction! My oldest son, who was the middle child, small for his age, and as energetic, was much the same. He admits now that he played for what he could get on occasion - he also agrees (now as an adult) that he was fortunate his parents didn't let it slide.
posted by
adnohr
on November 3, 2012 at 7:10 PM
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Ciel, I know families like that too.
I don't want mine to be one of them.
posted by
adnohr
on November 3, 2012 at 7:06 PM
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That's about it, Butterfly! Lots of storms!
posted by
adnohr
on November 3, 2012 at 7:04 PM
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Thank you, bro!
posted by
adnohr
on November 3, 2012 at 7:03 PM
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LOL - and I believe the 4-legged ones teach the most, Pat_B!
posted by
adnohr
on November 3, 2012 at 7:02 PM
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Yes, FSI, that really angered him. Poor wee dude.
posted by
adnohr
on November 3, 2012 at 7:02 PM
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Rough on the little chap being a bit smaller, but he has all the world to grow in.
Good thing you never took that high powered job you were offered, disaster would have followed.
posted by
C_C_T
on November 3, 2012 at 1:38 AM
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They are happy because they are getting from you what they need.
Children want proper discipline, though they probably don't even know it, and sometimes don't really know what is wrong with themselves.
posted by
TAPS.
on November 2, 2012 at 11:30 PM
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Those last words from the little boys brought a lump to my breast.
My Granddaughter was a manster as a little one. Every day a tantrum. and her Daddy was way beyond my ability to understand. both are almost perfect now. little girl at 14 is just....and people stop me in the street in Wagga to praise my big grown up man son to me...and i still get amazed and a wonderful feeling. I think that you are on the track with middle child. perhaps he and Mummy could do one thing a week together that is just theirs. I dunno!
posted by
Kabu
on November 2, 2012 at 7:06 PM
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What lucky folks you all are!
You give love that is love, not just giving in. You give stability that is not rigidity, and maintain boundaries which teach a child how to be safe among other people: Respect gets respect, in a civlized world.
I know someone who dearly loves his children... but he does not respect them. It is ongoing battle after battle, a family whirling, spiraling down into dysfunction.
posted by
Ciel
on November 2, 2012 at 2:12 PM
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Bali reminds me of my youngest grandson; such energy but such forceful, bullheadedness when he doesn't get his way. But then comes the hugs and all is well after the storm passes. Keep up the good work!
posted by
Butterfly-1950
on November 2, 2012 at 2:10 PM
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adnohr
Have a Happy weekend with your gang sis.
posted by
WileyJohn
on November 2, 2012 at 10:33 AM
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Oh, I have empathy for those boys. And I think they're very lucky
to have two remarkable people guiding them through the growing up jungle. Make that three plus, counting dad and the other gran... No doubt I should count the 4-leggeds, too, they teach all of us. Seems all of it is tricks or treats. :)
posted by
Pat_B
on November 2, 2012 at 10:23 AM
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It is tough when one cannot get on the rides as a result of age and/or size while one's friends get to enjoy them.
posted by
FormerStudentIntern
on November 2, 2012 at 9:52 AM
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