Day 1 recap of winter break

 December 20, 2022

Yesterday was the first day of winter break; "S" seemed to be doing alright, had a couple meltdowns throughout the day. It's understandable given her whole routine has changed, and didn't help that I was feeling under the weather with a slight head cold. 

One thing I find hard is juggling 2 girls who have totally different personalities. I often have to remind myself to not judge either of them based on their development. "S" learns at a different pace than "J" does. Unfortunately because "J" is still learning and "S" has trouble with behavior, "J" is learning some of her big sisters "bad" habits. 

"S" still needs to be reminded that 1. Every action results in either a reward or consequence, and 2. that her little sister follows in her steps and doesn't understand right from wrong yet, just like she doesn't fully understand either. That "S" has the opportunity to show her little sister that we need to listen to mommy and daddy. 

After years of researching, I've learned a lot of tricks to help along the way whereas hubby needs to be taught and reminded of certain things. 

Morning times for us is way easier once "S" medicine kicks in, she will listen and help out more. The afternoons once the medicines wear off, it makes it a little difficult; especially trying to prepare and cook dinner. That seems to be the "magic" time, because my focus isn't FULLY on them, and seem to get in a lot of trouble.

Praying that the days get better as the next two weeks continue...

Jenny

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