Growing Up is Hard to Do

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It's official, Davis is now acting like a tween. He's been begging to mow the lawn as well as displaying his independence. Davis has new found abilities like washing the car and doing mom's chores to earn money.



It's a new stage for us that we are both excited about and both a little weary. I can tell that he desperately wants to grow up however, he still wants the perks of being a young kid. He's completely torn between these worlds as displayed with his complete meltdowns a couple times a day.

It's important to him that I "listen to what he is saying" as he repeats this phrase several times a day. It's quite comical as he doesn't realize that asking in a more grown up way will not change my answer to "yes". {{wink}}

I realize that it's important to him that I talk to him and treat him differently; so I've been trying to be more aware of my tone and how I approach him. I admit this is going to take a little getting used to as I still see him as my little boy (and he still acts like one).

He's also been more affectionate and seems to need a lot of hugs and encouragement. This part is easy! I hope he lets me hug and squeeze him forever.

Although this transition is a bit of a tough one I'm relieved to see that my little guy is budding into a bright young man.

Comments

Kendall said…
I cant believe that you still have that van?! Thats the one we went to nauvoo in!! Good times!!
July 2, 2009 at 6:07 PM
Anonymous said…
HA! Yep - those were good times. Oh the memories. But we'll keep those to ourselves. {{wink}}

I think it was only like 9 months old when we went to Nauvoo. Girl, I'll have that van forever. Oldie but goodie. :)
July 2, 2009 at 6:34 PM
Heather said…
Heaven help us girl, parents to 6th graders! UGH!
July 2, 2009 at 9:05 PM
Melissa said…
Oh, that is so happening at my house too. It's not fair that we have to keep adjusting along with them.
July 2, 2009 at 10:35 PM
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