Our kids can get along so beautifully - they hold hands, look out for each other, bring a sad sibling their "lovey" if needed, play together, etc. But ...their moods can turn on a dime and they can be as unbelievably mean and hurtful as only young children can. Today the kids were really enjoying their lunch: much more than usual as I made them Hamburger Helper instead of some of the more healthful lunches I try to serve them every day. I felt a little hurt by this, but I digress. Aidan and Zoe kept asking for more, even long after Maddie and Ellie were done. Zoe finally had her fill, leaving a little left in her bowl. It's not uncommon for Aidan to finish off the others' leftovers (is it any wonder how he's getting so big?) and today was no exception. The problem was that he reached for Zoe's bowl while Zoe was still within earshot. And even though Zoe was full, and done, she didn't want him to have "her" leftovers, so she objected - loudly - and walked over to Aidan's chair to try to stop him. Aidan apparently decided to show her who was the boss by, yes, dumping the rest of Zoe's bowl on top of her head.
I had to change her clothes, give her a bath, and wash her hair. Aidan was properly reprimanded and had to apologize and give her a hug and kiss. And apologize to me for having to clean up the mess (no, he's not old enough to do that himself or trust me, he'd be doing it). I have a bad feeling this isn't the last time food will be thrown in this house!
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Nikki
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