tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8479044467467363635.post6851879260332836468..comments2024-02-08T11:22:04.473-06:00Comments on Running from the Law: Mom Versus The Pumpkin PatchSara McCartyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04942635767083902005noreply@blogger.comBlogger27125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8479044467467363635.post-17961406097176158532015-10-30T21:28:27.798-05:002015-10-30T21:28:27.798-05:00Oh, these are tough days. I'm glad you have ad...Oh, these are tough days. I'm glad you have adorable pictures to look back on. Like all the mommas have said, you aren't alone. I definitely always have HIGH expectations when I have something planned or want a particular shot/experience, etc. It's probably a personality thing clashing with the unexpected-ness of kids/toddlers. Thankfully the mom brain has a way of pushing those not so great memories out and making the most room for the sweet, wonderful ones. Thanks for sharing. :) xoLaureenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12416043033045863831noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8479044467467363635.post-8327131015581440712015-10-28T22:02:35.035-05:002015-10-28T22:02:35.035-05:00I love you for writing this. Seriously. I've a...I love you for writing this. Seriously. I've always struggled with real life not meeting my perfect expectations--especially when it comes to activities with the kids. I literally have to give myself a pep talk wherever we're going and just tell myself to relax and enjoy it. The days that I have the lowest expectations are always the best ones. I'm just glad to know I'm not alone in this :) On another note...Mim's outift!!!!!!! L-O-V-E!!!!Vanessahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17901774992228028854noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8479044467467363635.post-77137570822292082042015-10-28T20:24:59.841-05:002015-10-28T20:24:59.841-05:00Despite the complete madness you had - you did get...Despite the complete madness you had - you did get some pretty cute pictures!!! So there is always that :) Even if they are not perfect!! Glad to know that someone else with the same age kiddos struggles with the simplest things (i.e. getting out of the house!). I swear ---- THREE is going to kill me!Brittanyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13382853096722074776noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8479044467467363635.post-80559980513231354882015-10-28T19:21:33.593-05:002015-10-28T19:21:33.593-05:00Thank you for your honesty about the real behind t...Thank you for your honesty about the real behind the scenes story. I totally relate to you getting frustrated by your kids and yourself. Parenting is definitely not all sunshine and butterflies. Or leaves and pumpkins, at this time of year. Some days I'm patting myself on the back for keeping my cool when Ez has a public, super dramatic meltdown, other days my patience is depleted before lunch and I have no idea how to replenish it. Am I supposed to do yoga or meditate or something? I really have no idea. I think years from now, both kids and parents will remember the good stuff more than the bad. Probably even weeks from now. And if not, at least you've got lots of cute pictures for your walls ;)Nina Robinsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15113240653008385871noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8479044467467363635.post-7385586644470427782015-10-28T18:05:24.436-05:002015-10-28T18:05:24.436-05:00I'm glad the outing got a little better as tim...I'm glad the outing got a little better as time went on. Sometimes going out doesn't turn out exactly how you wanted and while it's frustrating, the pictures you got are beautiful and I'm sure the kids will remember it fondly regardless! Evelinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13508885584064760502noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8479044467467363635.post-20419544646471058172015-10-28T14:08:58.387-05:002015-10-28T14:08:58.387-05:00I've felt like I have a short fuse lately too....I've felt like I have a short fuse lately too. I get upset over the stupidest things and afterward I realize it wasn't even worth it or I find myself asking why I was even upset in the first place?! <br /><br />The pictures to look great, so you hid it well ;) Know you aren't alone! Mateyahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07574063496527679824noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8479044467467363635.post-90823814113472966722015-10-28T13:20:09.345-05:002015-10-28T13:20:09.345-05:00Go easy on yourself! Number one: YOU'RE A GREA...Go easy on yourself! Number one: YOU'RE A GREAT MOM. Now say it again. YOU'RE A GREAT MOM.<br /><br />Everyone has hard days. Everyone loses patience and gets frustrated. I don't know a single mom who doesn't lose it sometimes. We're all doing our best. I'm glad it got better toward the end, but what happened is totally okay. It happens to everyone.<br /><br />But maybe buy a few extra pairs of sunglasses. ;)Jess Beerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00221766921723016245noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8479044467467363635.post-79884795401389097282015-10-28T12:00:37.335-05:002015-10-28T12:00:37.335-05:00First, your pictures are so amazing.
Second, it w...First, your pictures are so amazing. <br />Second, it was so fun to follow your adventure that day. <br />Third, I feel as if you've stolen the words from my mouth - on more than one occasion. I've noticed I often place far too high of an expectation on my three year old. I want picture perfect, he just wants fun. He could give two shits about a picture perfect picture. And I'm slowly coming to terms with that. <br />Good thing we have tomorrows - those give us a chance for parenting re-dos. Desiree Mackehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12693020680303909151noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8479044467467363635.post-64857226503054885082015-10-28T09:00:23.930-05:002015-10-28T09:00:23.930-05:00Oh my gosh, Sara, it looks like a good time was ha...Oh my gosh, Sara, it looks like a good time was had but oh goodness. Eeek! You totally deserve a drinky poo or two after that.<br /><br />By the way, I love the lil ants on the back of Mac's shirt. So cute. :)Mandiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14849402261110408345noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8479044467467363635.post-81174927425034075372015-10-27T23:59:34.403-05:002015-10-27T23:59:34.403-05:00Oh girl, I've totally been there. I have these...Oh girl, I've totally been there. I have these grand ideas of how I want the day to go or how I want the pictures to look and then Mason is in a mood and refuses to do anything I want or envision. Honestly without you saying so, you guys all look like you're having an amazing time at the pumpkin patch and you'd never know anything was wrong. Thank you for being so real and so relatable. Grab a drink and some ice cream and remember tomorrow is a new day :) Oh and also, you're KicKee take over ROCKED.Elizabeth [Chasin' Mason]https://www.blogger.com/profile/15755393907480303868noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8479044467467363635.post-8130167631246233102015-10-27T23:30:35.088-05:002015-10-27T23:30:35.088-05:00GIIIIIIIRL. Once a week I swear I have these days....GIIIIIIIRL. Once a week I swear I have these days. Just hard days for no reason except that they just don't go right. Plus adding pressure to get perfect pictures pushes me OVER THE EDGE. I swear I see my husband tense up when I say "I want to get a few pictures!". I've gotten a little better and more relaxed with two (which you've probably noticed. No one is every looking at the camera or cooperating EVER). But just know this. You're the most amazing mom EVER. And you're allowed to have random bad days. Also. Your pictures ROCKED from the kickee day! I love all of them!! You'd never ever know things went wrong. Which is the beauty of a photograph vs a video ;) hugs and vodka solve all ;) hello erinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13294915257876356001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8479044467467363635.post-62232952611661625952015-10-27T20:16:56.661-05:002015-10-27T20:16:56.661-05:00The pictures definitely don't jive with your f...The pictures definitely don't jive with your feelings at the time they were taken, I definitely agree that all I see are happy faces and kids having fun. Would have never known the battle you had, except I totally believe it because I am right there most days. I know my girls are really good kids, but sometimes the smallest things really just get under my skin and make me want a time out. Cheers to having another day for a do-over :)E Hayeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08352806730398606386noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8479044467467363635.post-44121130358678648432015-10-27T18:52:48.205-05:002015-10-27T18:52:48.205-05:00Oh girl, we ALL have these moments. It's all a...Oh girl, we ALL have these moments. It's all about owning them & remembering that we get a do-over the next day! Isn't that the best?! You are doing a great job, don't ever forget that! XoAshley Bricknerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17615432207645571722noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8479044467467363635.post-28419390184753960462015-10-27T17:05:48.156-05:002015-10-27T17:05:48.156-05:00I've been meaning to respond to your text for ...I've been meaning to respond to your text for days now, geez. Grace, girl. Both your kids are at impossible ages. The whining is enough to send someone to the madhouse. And you just cannot get anything done with a whining baby who MUST BE in your arms for hours, which sets you back and keeps the crappy cycle of stress going. And, this is a sad time of year for you, isn't it? <br /><br />I get antsy/anxious/off-kilter when the weather gets cold; I always have a seasonal dip. But, mostly, when I have too many balls in the air and not enough time to address them all. You are not, and should not be expected to be, a well of infinite resources. Nor are you alone in losing your cool with your kids. Seriously, every parent has been there.<br /><br />Re: the sensory issues. Are you in Parents as Teachers? If not, you totally should be because they are perfect for addressing that. Otherwise, just call your pediatrician. Dr. Google is yet another thing that'll drive you nuts. Let your pedi tell you when you should be worried, and if they say don't worry, don't worry.<br /><br />But mostly, I hear you. <3 <3 <3Jessicahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14698184793084988151noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8479044467467363635.post-11245726595132974322015-10-27T15:54:35.498-05:002015-10-27T15:54:35.498-05:00happy stuff: I love mims outfit and her little cur...happy stuff: I love mims outfit and her little curls! Mac looks like he's having a blast in most of your photos so they probably did have fun! <br />real stuff: Callie has been sensitive to noises for awhile but is getting over it. but still clams up in large loud groups. like we were at a party Saturday - about 30 kids and she almost cried when they cheered for her for the piñata. So I think it's normal preschooler stuff. <br />as for the stress - I have one kid and it also takes us FOREVER to leave the house and it's always full of battles! always. like I'm<br />at wits end with age 3. anyway I feel you and your high strung bc I'm there too. Jennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00628556216175982242noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8479044467467363635.post-75950275580260668702015-10-27T15:52:10.640-05:002015-10-27T15:52:10.640-05:00It's so tough when things don't go as plan...It's so tough when things don't go as planned, or are as grand as we want them to be. I always have a real rough time adjusting to things not living up to the ideas in my head. Love your honesty Sara! At least you still managed many adorable pictures!Laura Marie Keenanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16284571727310318210noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8479044467467363635.post-50966600784650925652015-10-27T14:52:58.772-05:002015-10-27T14:52:58.772-05:00Been there. Many times. I find myself pushing the ...Been there. Many times. I find myself pushing the family to do too much. No one except me cares about going to pick apples, or crossing things off a fall bucket list. But I still get mad when MY activities don't go as planned. It's the whole expectation versus reality thing. Lizhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02355413560514104817noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8479044467467363635.post-32586709298243244762015-10-27T14:28:39.854-05:002015-10-27T14:28:39.854-05:00I completely understand your feelings! We have day...I completely understand your feelings! We have days like this more than I'd like to admit and I always feel guilty afterwards. And yes, Wyatt also has sensitivity to sounds. Super sensitive. If I even mention that something might be loud he covers his ears and gets nervous. He has an obsession with watching the train but we have to catch the middle/end because he doesn't want to hear the whistle. He also gets overwhelmed when there are lots of people. I always get so nervous when there is a large event (even family events) because he can get super whiny/clingy. Ashley Doreyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11819130598203992870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8479044467467363635.post-722667114053020072015-10-27T14:15:51.183-05:002015-10-27T14:15:51.183-05:00Oh I understand! And we all have off days! That&...Oh I understand! And we all have off days! That's what I remind myself when noah acts unusual for him. Children are allowed to have off days just like adults can. And I try to think how I'd feel if people were harder on me when I was simply having an off day. Sometimes it helps me be more understanding and patient with noah, and sometimes it doesn't. The fact that you aren't happy with your attitude is proof you are a fantastic mom! Sometimes I have to tell myself a picture isn't worth a fight or me getting in a bad attitude. I've done it countless times and each time get annoyed at myself for letting it happen! Meghanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08328103542385691870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8479044467467363635.post-5722885106944720442015-10-27T13:42:24.306-05:002015-10-27T13:42:24.306-05:00Oh girl I 100% understand! I felt this way during ...Oh girl I 100% understand! I felt this way during Cam's field trip. Why was my kid misbehaving for me? For the teachers? Nope! Just for me! I have lots of mom fail days because I just don't have the patience and then I feel guilty all evening and night. Ugh! I just keep telling myself all of the great days we have. :) Jessica Kesslerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17471238604631802702noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8479044467467363635.post-29426883361301494442015-10-27T13:02:49.848-05:002015-10-27T13:02:49.848-05:00I so, so get this. I have been there many times my...I so, so get this. I have been there many times myself over the years. I want so badly for a day to be perfect and when the first thing goes wrong I freak out a bit. I think it's totally a normal mom thing. Mim's outfit is adorable and I love that color on her. Chick-fil-a is the perfect ending to any activity. :) And you got some very adorable pictures. Hall Around Texashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10593724546533748783noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8479044467467363635.post-64570899008208727102015-10-27T13:00:54.885-05:002015-10-27T13:00:54.885-05:00I hear you loud and clear. This time is stressful....I hear you loud and clear. This time is stressful. You have Mim in full on daredevil mode (if she's like KC constant supervision is necessary) and another child who by nature is demanding (as al kids are). I have more moments than I'd like to admit such as you had and wonder why I still want another baby when I can't handle what I have. But one things that's worked recently is just singing or playing music when I get worked up. The kids were driving me nuts last week so one day I sang "I have joy joy joy joy down in my heart" and suddenly the boys were singing it too and we all relaxed. Taylor Swift saved us another day with dancing while cleaning up the kitchen. <br />About the sensitivity - is Mac an introvert? I was reading a book about "spirited children" that started by talking about introverts and extroverts. Teague is an introvert and they have sensitivity to tags, noise, etc. It helped me understand him so much more - comfy pants at all times ;). Anyway - just a note. <br />Sorry the morning wasn't what you wanted but you have great pictures and adorable babies :)Kristen [Playground Prepster]https://www.blogger.com/profile/17577071697448069754noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8479044467467363635.post-64615856419783370342015-10-27T12:58:53.421-05:002015-10-27T12:58:53.421-05:00Aww, they look cute even if they weren't happy...Aww, they look cute even if they weren't happy! I think we all have days like this. Where we just want things to go smoothly and every little whine grates on our nerves. Chrissy@SimpleJoysBloghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03120635804133231805noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8479044467467363635.post-34798777655066566492015-10-27T12:52:01.382-05:002015-10-27T12:52:01.382-05:00Growing up I had light/sound sensitivity and got m...Growing up I had light/sound sensitivity and got migraines at an early age (8 years old) I would keep track of his complaints just to be on the safe side. I swear getting out of the house takes longer than humanely possible, you are not alone!!! Despite the hectic day, you sure did capture some lovely photos; and in a few years, those are what remain, not the frustration. Amen!Whitney @ Work it Mommyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14305536690256012610noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8479044467467363635.post-55357811524937254512015-10-27T12:23:50.464-05:002015-10-27T12:23:50.464-05:00I so understand this. This has been me for the la...I so understand this. This has been me for the last couple weeks. With all the normal busyness of having two kids and working, I also had to worry about finishing Halloween costumes and throwing a third birthday party. Um, hello to a very full plate! Maybe you are just overwhelmed too? Which is totally understandable. <br />On another note, I think it is totally normal for toddlers to have sensory issues...I know Carter has issues with noise too. Especially public bathrooms! The flushing drives him crazy and when it is automatic, there isn't a lot I can do about it. It has to be something they will outgrow soon though, right?!? :)<br />And Mim's little outfit is just adorable...I can't even handle how cute she is riding that tractor! She is growing up too fast.Whitneyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00661973679165271757noreply@blogger.com