I love my son, really I do, but three is a
really annoying age! I had a daycare girl who was exhausting
and I struggled with her. I thought it was just her, but now
I’m thinking it’s more the age… well, the personality at that
age. He argues with EVERYTHING these days (“no, it’s not
nighttime!” or “no, my diaper isn’t poopy!” etc.), he ignores
me when I try to give him choices, and bedtime is usually a 2hr
ordeal. And he talks non-stop! Or at least has a constant
stream of noise coming from his mouth, sometimes words and
other times just random sounds and noises. I know it all has
developmental meaning, but man it can be really frustrating and
exhausting. And somehow, at the same times, he’s sweeter than
ever. His hugs are top-notch, full body hugs, he says “I love
you” all the time, and he takes care of Eve and explains things
to her (when he’s not pushing her over or sitting on her).
Today he said, “My name is Lex, your name is mommy, and the
baby’s name is Eve.” Adorable! And yet I find myself exhausted
most days. Back when it was just him and he was younger I could
quickly and easily react to his bad behavior with appropriate
consequences. Now it’s harder to react quickly and determine
what’s appropriate. He did help her up, but he pushed her over
in the first place. Or he took her toy, but she screeched so
loud my head is pounding (her new favorite trick). Ahhh… I
shouldn’t be venting here… He is sweet and beautiful (and
finally asleep!!) but I have to say that this is the most
difficult age so far. I’m sure 16 will probably be worse
:/