Sunday, May 23, 2010

Grey hair....

So, I love my hairstylist. I've been seeing her for 4 years, so we've become comfortable with each other. The last time I went to see her (a couple months ago) she noticed that I'm getting more grey hair. Yes, I know! People may not notice it, but it's there! It's actually more white than grey. It's like highlights. lol. She covered it up and today I noticed that they were coming back!

I know why I'm getting grey hair. First reason, genetics....my great grandma had white hair at an early age, and it's run it's course to me. Second reason, TEIGEN! Oh yes, he's so sweet! He's perfect for babysitters (thank goodness) and he's pretty good with dad. But when it comes to me, his mother-who's done everything for him, he's a monster. He can be good for me a lot of the time. But the rest of the time....not so much. His new favorite word lately is "NO!" For some reason when he says it, I have to take a deep breath in or I will explode at him. I really do NOT like that word.

I've tried a lot of different techniques to control this or to make him stop. I realize he's 2, but I feel that any age can be disciplined. I've tried time-outs every time he says it to me. I've tried spanking every time he says it...that one he does not like but still says it. I've tried reasoning/talking to him about why he shouldn't say that. And my last method before I scream at him....is ignoring it all together. It's very hard. But this method I think is working the best. When he throws fits and says "No", I turn up the music and ignore it. He gets upset that he's not getting attention and stops. The "No's" have decreased and my stress level is decreasing.

Teigen is awesome but the tempertantroms are not! He acts up more when dad is at work, which is almost every day of the week lately. We saw him 2 days last week and we'll see him 3 days this week. It's sad and I feel so distant with Justin lately but he's been picking up overtime and trades so that when the baby comes, he'll be able to take off a few weeks which will be awesome (since the Doctor and Justin both want to pursue another c-section). He's my best friend and always thinks about us. Thank you babe! We love you!