It’s one of the many lessons I’m learning. Patience is needed, especially with young children. Hylee is very persistent in her ways and she is very headstrong— I think it’s apart of her independence. She defies almost everything I say or ask of her. Then, on the other side of the room is my son … tearing the room apart, standing on things, putting things in his mouth… simply getting into mischief. I think I’m a very patient and understanding mom. But I think I need to be a little more patient and understanding before raising my voice and getting upset.

Just another lesson of life.