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Don’t let that adorable face fool you.  He’s T-R-O-U-B-L-E.  I think I’ve had one of the hardest days ever with sweet Samuel.  Derek and I use this expression often – “he’s on FIRE!”  And I’m exhausted.  Obviously “no, no Samuel” will just NOT do.  I’m going to have to start time-outs I’m afraid. 

Here’s the first problem – the kitchen stool.  It’s his new best friend.  It takes him where he wants to go.  It allows him to reach new heights!  It helps him explore new opportunites!!  Nothing on the kitchen counters is safe…the pantry door HAS to stay closed, or it’s all over…my computer mouse and printer are toast, and forget about having a clean bathroom.

 

Second Problem – his pitching arm.  The kid can throw – far.  He throws food from his highchair.  He throws things from the second floor landing down to the first floor – including pool balls.  He throws things from his car seat to me in the driver’s seat.  He throws cups.  He throws shoes.  He throws things out of the bath – I was soaked by the time I scooped him out and called it “gave over” at tonight’s bathing game. 

Third Problem – he’s LOUD.  And he can’t communicate.  So he screams.  And screams.  And screams.  Sometimes it’s because he thinks it’s funny.  Sometimes it’s because he’s frustrated.  And sometimes it’s because he’s downright mad and can’t tell us any other way.  We spent several hours in the car this afternoon running the big boys to and from, and he screamed the entire time.  I had to leave taekwondo because he was screaming.  Ear-piercing, head-spinning, migraine-inducing screams.

It will help when he can talk.  I patiently, but anxiously, await that day.
I adore him.  But today was rough.  Tomorrow will be better, I’m sure.
Thank goodness for smiles like this that make it all better…

 
(taken at taekwondo before the screaming)