Probably most kids try the "throw a fit" tactic, at least a few times.
This is Liam's turn. Today, when he became upset with my decision making, he'd "flop".
The first flop wasn't successful because he'd no sooner thrown himself on the floor when he realized that there were no toys within reach and it would have been a long, boring fit. So, he quickly checked to see if I'd noticed the first "flop" and then flopped again so as to be within reach of a car. Something to play with really comes in handy when mom doesn't seem to be paying attention.
The second flop today was painful. (for him) He tried it on the hardwood floor and brought his head down too far, landing on his teeth and nose. It both sounded and looked painful. That flop horribly backfired because he was in need of a hug and forgot completely about the planned fit.
I only remember Olivia trying one floor-throwing fit, and even that was in response to watching another child try it. She had no sooner made it down to the floor when I said "Olivia Renae, you know better than that."
"Yes mom." is all I remember her saying as she quickly hopped up. She was just testing.
Emma never tried a fit at all. She had other ways of letting us know she was displeased and they were almost all verbal.
I have a sneaking suspicion that Liam's battle of the wills may give us a bit of a run, though I don't see out-right defiance in him, just a little more resolve than the girls had to see life go his way.
Today, I think he decided that flopping fits are both painful, dangerous and ineffective. :)
1 comment:
My Dearest
Liam,
You and Netty should probably let mommy in on your plan of action you have in store for her. As boys choose to throw fits, girls like more drama. Liam you need to be kind to your mamma and take it slow it is her first time raising a son please break her in slowly, or I fear she may throw a fit of her own.. Love Gmm Netty
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