Yesterday there were two time-outs before 8 AM.
Today there were cuddles, giggles and good morning kisses.
Yesterday we had cereal and back talk for breakfast
Today we shared pancakes, strawberries and laughter.
Yesterday we argued over the TV, my phone and the iPad.
Today there was no mention of electronics whatsoever (SHOCKING!).
Yesterday we negotiated ad nauseam over the red vs. the blue shirt, teeth brushing, nose wiping, jacket wearing and picking up toys.
Today what was laid out was worn and you asked to brush your teeth and have your nose wiped. The toys are still all over the floor in the playroom.
Yesterday we were rushed and late for everything.
Today we had time to spare.
Yesterday there was no nap and therefore more time outs.
Today we read books and rested comfortably together.
Yesterday there were no unsolicited hugs.
Today was filled with “I love yous” and smiles.
Yesterday there was a lot of shouting followed by a tension headache and clock watching until bedtime.
Today there was a Chutes & Ladders marathon, Aqua Doodle fun and dancing around the living room.
Yesterday there was a shortage of patience, tolerance, peace and quiet.
Today was completely different.
Thank goodness.
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My today was kind of like your yesterday so I’m hoping tomorrow is better 🙂 It is so crazy how days can be so different!
Another day, another chance. I think that alone is what keeps us going most days, my friend…xoxo
I always think that good days follow bad days. Which makes me dread the end of a good day. 🙂
My yesterday was the same as your yesterday so I’m really hoping today is better.
So true – it always amazes me how different one day can be from the next!
Hooray for good days 🙂 There can be such a difference from one day to another.
Glad you had a better day!
I gave up the clothing battle when my kids were Lucas’ age..it was so very freeing for me! Some days I cringe at what both of my kids put together as an outfit and wear to school (daughter looks lie a ragamuffin and son doesn’t always coordinate) but they’re happy! 🙂
Great post, Tonya. And yes.. That’s parenting… The ups and the downs. 😉
Love this post…it so TRUE and so REAL!! 🙂
I can TOTALLY relate!
Thank goodness this next day was so much better! Whew! Even without animals and children, I too can have a really awful day followed by a lovely happy day. May you have twice the number of good days as bad days. XOXO Hugs!
I constantly tell people I feel like having a 3yo is the same as having the weather live IN my house. You never know when it will be pleasant and great and when it will be a natural disaster!
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“Tapi…mesti tak sebanyak saya….”,potongnya.
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Balqis angkat muka dan angguk.
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Tak ader apa-apa mak, Diera dengar lagu jer nie?
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Marsha menggagahkan semangat dan menghirup nafas dalam-dalam mengucap dua kalimah syahadah disaksikan ibu dan bapanya, serta Cikgu Ana di pejabat agama. Mariatul Qibtiyah, yang merupakan salah seorang isteri Rasulullah S.A.W, nama Islam pilihan Marsha kini. Maria kini bergelar seorang Islam dan mula menjalankan tanggungjawabnya sebagai hamba Allah yang sentiasa dahagakan keredaannya dan hidayah daripada-Nya. Maria kini memakai jilbab dan pakaian yang menutup aurat. Maria mengucapkan ribuan terima kasih kepada Cikgu Ana yang telah menjadikan dirinya seorang yang sangat bertuah hasil didikan daripadanya.
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