Apr 2nd, 2008
The mighty Bubba
Those who know me personally have heard me sigh about my 2 1/2 year old. Bubba.
How many mom’s have to say to their two year old “No throwing benches at your brother!”
Yes Bubba is the one I fear I may fail as a mother.
He has many charming qualities. A dimple that will take him far in life. Beautiful blue eyes, dark long lashes, dark hair.
He’s going to be tall, like his Uncle. And strong.
I’ve never seen a child start hitting at such an early age. I remember it started when he was 8 months old. And when he noticed his hitting me didn’t have any ill-effects, he would occasionally try to bite me.
Oh Bubba.
How one child can cause such turmoil in a family is amazing.
If he’s not terrorizing the dog he will move on to big sister, and then to whoever else may be nearby. He even takes on his big brother…who is 6, and very large. But like I said, he’ll pick up a bench to inflict pain.
The other two children tolerate most of his antics fairly well. Buster is sometimes amused, mostly annoyed. Missy tries to play nice with him but he always sends her screaming into my arms. I’ve had to teach her a few defense moves…but she doesn’t use them enough to intimidate him.
Mostly I’m tired. It’s hard to force a very strong 2 1/2year old into time out.
I think he’s too smart. He can smell weakness. It’s going to be interesting when I’m trying to nurse the new baby.
Good Enough
Oh but he’s so cute. I’ve seen him be plenty good too…
It’s those third babies, I’m tellin’ ya!
Those qualities will serve him later in life, you know - as will my daughter’s!
Hello,
I’m new here, but I just wanted to say hello. I have a very strong willed and stubborn little boy, too. He’s my 5th. He may be the death of his old mom, I tell you. The cute sneaky ones with dimples are the most trouble! Good luck.