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Post by Firebird on Jun 27, 2014 11:08:06 GMT -5
I know we LOVE our kids but we don't always love every little thing about them. I kind of want to hear stories about things your kids do that impress you, or make you happy/proud, or are just interesting.
(If you ever feel like bragging about your kids, this is the place to do it!)
And if you don't have kids, feel free to share any similar happy things about any kids in your life. It's been a long week and I want to read happy stories! I'll share some of my own later.
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Post by milee on Jun 27, 2014 11:13:58 GMT -5
My boys really love each other and are generally very caring towards each other. Last night I found them in the bathroom where the older was putting Calamine lotion on an itchy bug bite the younger one got that was preventing him from sleeping. The younger will often bake cookies or even meals for the older one. They're good eggs.
Not that things are always sweetness and light. Like any brothers, they have their moments when they try to kill each other or do a "drive by pooting".
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Post by Sam_2.0 on Jun 27, 2014 11:14:16 GMT -5
I like that she takes after her dad - she's very outgoing, confident, and friendly. We are working hard to encourage those things for her in a positive way. She got Goldie Blox this past week and last night asked if I wanted to help her build the machines So we sat and played for awhile until she told me that I was doing it wrong and she wanted to build it herself. For a kid that's not quite 3 yet she did a really good job. She's learned how all the pieces work together and had fun making all the animals spin in different ways.
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Post by genericname on Jun 27, 2014 11:16:50 GMT -5
My 3 year old ice skates better than most of the adults out on the rink every time we go. One day when we were skating, he and I were sitting in the hockey benches taking a break. Out on the other side of the rink, we saw a cute little girl about 5 years old fall down. He looks at her and says, "I better go help her." He skates out to her, grabs her hand and helps her get up, then escorts her to the door. He's a chivalrous little tyke with an eye for the ladies already! Oh yeah, and he tells everyone his mom's a superhero. How awesome is that?
My 7 month old is pulling up already and she ALWAYS smiles at everyone she makes eye contact with. She wakes up smiling. She's an alien, because there is no way she got her cheerful smileyness from my grumpy self.
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Post by NomoreDramaQ1015 on Jun 27, 2014 11:24:15 GMT -5
I like it when she "reads". She has books she's had me read to her so often she nearly has them memorized. She'll take the book and decide to read it to us instead. Last night was her "I'm a Big Sister" book. She read it to daddy and got to the part where "Daddy loves me and Mommy loves me". She adds in "And I love you Daddy". So sweet several of my teeth fell out.
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Post by Regis on Jun 27, 2014 11:26:59 GMT -5
All three are employed - one out of college and on his own and the other two in college with good summer jobs.
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Post by tskeeter on Jun 27, 2014 11:28:13 GMT -5
That their parents are not me or DW.
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Post by muttleynfelix on Jun 27, 2014 11:28:49 GMT -5
My 4 year old is so good about helping out. He loves baking with me. He helped his dad change the brakes on my car last week. He's helped change the oil. He helps clean. He does pretty well cleaning up his room every single night. He helps with laundry. He does it all. My 17 month old is so joyful (like her name). She just oozes mischief and joy. I very rarely get frustrated with her because she is just so cute about things. Together I love that my kids squeal "Mommy" as soon as I walk in the door every night. If they aren't eating, they both run to me and I adore it. I'm going to add my nieces and nephews because they rock too. My oldest niece isn't a kid anymore - 22. But I love that she has overcome having absolutely shitty parents (addicts who abused drugs and alcohol most of her childhood) and I believe she is on her way to being a productive adult. My 17 year old niece is super talented at soccer and a lovely young lady on top of it. My 16 year old nephew is great with kids, very contentious and loves playing with my kids. He is more than willing to put down his electronic distraction to play with his cousins. My 14 year old niece loves animals. She wants to help every animal she sees. She also writes pretty darn good stories. My 10 year old niece (from my brother) is very contentious. She is very precise and very thoughtful. My 10 year old niece (from my sister) is very helpful. She more than willingly helps me pick up after my kids while we are visiting my parents without me asking (she also gets on her 14 year old sister to help too). My 6 year old niece is a bubble of fun (actually my DD is very similar in personality to her). She runs everywhere, but the thing that absolutely melted my heart was when she and DS were playing on the swingset at my mom and dad's house and DS asked her for a push on the swing and she said "of course, what are cousins for".
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Post by Wisconsin Beth on Jun 27, 2014 11:30:57 GMT -5
I love how great they can play together. I love how they share getting Bapples on the assorted Kindles for Minion Rush. And whacking stuff on the My Little Pony Game.
I love that DS wants to hold doors for everyone. And I love (and regret) that they both decided that my Teddy and snuggle blanket are the best EVER and sleep with them at night.
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Post by Firebird on Jun 27, 2014 11:44:38 GMT -5
Wow, muttleynfelix, that's a lot of nieces and nephews! How many siblings do you have? I love how much Babybird loves her grandparents. It totally and completely melts my heart the way she runs to them and how much they adore her. (It also gives me a lot of comfort that she has a "second mommy," and such a good one - my mom is a better mom than I am in a lot of ways.) Cute story from my mom the other day: they were playing on the "big bed" and my dad came in and tried to sit on the bed. My mom always makes Babybird take off her shoes before she plays on the big bed so she very sternly said "No shoes!" and waited patiently while my dad removed both his shoes AND his socks, then she said "Much better!" and he was finally allowed to sit down
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Post by Chocolate Lover on Jun 27, 2014 11:54:18 GMT -5
I, mostly, love that DS is so calm and laid back and independent. He is a quiet kid with the family (like most teens) and I couldn't have told you for sure how he was going to handle life on his own soon, but after hearing about how he handled it when he broke his arm a couple of months ago, I think he'll be just fine. The story: He fell at school and broke it. Saw the bone sticking out of the arm, got up holding it together and walked to the nurse's office while cracking jokes with his friend that was with him when it happened. Then on to the school office when the nurse was out of her office. Adrenaline is a good pain killer but I suspect he'd have done what needed to be done with minimum fuss anyway. Just like he has the PT to make sure he doesn't lose any range of motion. I love how all my kids love and care about each other even though they don't show it often
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Post by hoops902 on Jun 27, 2014 11:55:02 GMT -5
What do I like about the kids in my life? None of them are mine so they all go home eventually!
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Post by muttleynfelix on Jun 27, 2014 12:18:01 GMT -5
Firebird - The oldest 2 are from DH's side of the family. He has 2 brothers and 1 sister. (So one brother doesn't have any biological children; the 22 year old is from the other brother and the 17 year old is from the sister). I have 1 brother and 1 sister. My brother has 2 girls and my sister has 2 girls and 1 boy. So, between us we have quite a few siblings so no one has an extra large family although 3 kids isn't exactly the norm any more.
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Post by Firebird on Jun 27, 2014 12:19:46 GMT -5
Oh yeah, Babybird is OBSESSED with shoes. It's hilarious. I'm happy in the same pair of shoes every day of my life and the kid has at least 10 pairs. She likes "pretty" clothes too. One day we were walking through the mall and she about ripped my arm off dragging me into a random store that sold prom dresses. She ran from one to the next, patting them reverently and saying "Pretty, pretty" in this soft little voice. I cannot relate to this feel but it's very cute to watch
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Post by Cookies Galore on Jun 27, 2014 12:23:40 GMT -5
I love that our niece and nephews live with their parents!
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Post by Deleted on Jun 27, 2014 12:28:27 GMT -5
Older son is just amazingly smart. I like THAT about him, but not the constant rambling about things that I have no clue what he's talking about. LOL My side of the family has started calling him Cliffy (as in Cliff Clavin from Cheers) because he's just this endless stream of trivia.
Younger son is so sensitive and freakishly in tune with other people's feelings.
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Post by NomoreDramaQ1015 on Jun 27, 2014 12:36:39 GMT -5
I love that she's mechanically inclined. She enjoys "fixing" the car with my dad, which I think is great because I'm not a gearhead and neither is my brother so it's nice for them to share that bond.
She figured out how to repair her ballerina music box on her own. The turn key fell off and got lost in her pit of a room. She brought a snow globe home from my mom's that was also a music box. She unscrewed the turn key off that and put it onto her ballerina music box. She comes running out of her bedroom yelling "Mommy look I fix it!".
Smart kid.
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Post by tcu2003 on Jun 27, 2014 12:46:22 GMT -5
DS is 2, and it's just a fun age. He loves buses right now, so every time he sees a bus, he squeals with glee "city bus" or "school bus" depending on which type it is. He's also so darn sweet and loving - he has to give his classmates hugs goodbye before leaving daycare and always runs to DH and me for a hug when we pick him up.
And this one is totally personal, but he's still nursing, and every once in a while, he comes running over and says "I NEED milk" - it's generally his way of wanting to reconnect and know all is right with the world, which is okay by me.
That said, he's two, so we also get some epic tantrums and whining, which is when I wish I could sell him to the gypsies.
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Post by sarcasticgirl on Jun 27, 2014 12:56:11 GMT -5
i am happy with the lack of kids in my life!
I do love my niece and nephews sooo much. I was actually looking at old photos of my niece (who's 12 now) and i got a little teared up. I can't believe how grown up she is. but I'm still glad she belongs to my sister and not me. lol
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Post by tloonya on Jun 27, 2014 13:08:58 GMT -5
I like it when she "reads". She has books she's had me read to her so often she nearly has them memorized. She'll take the book and decide to read it to us instead. Last night was her "I'm a Big Sister" book. She read it to daddy and got to the part where "Daddy loves me and Mommy loves me". She adds in "And I love you Daddy". So sweet several of my teeth fell out. Did she hit you in a face with that book?
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Post by CarolinaKat on Jun 27, 2014 13:13:14 GMT -5
Oh good lord Firebird do you KNOW how many kids there are in my life ?? All numbers are ages: for Niece 13, I love how gentle she is. She's quiet and soft and would spend hours communing with butterflies if the real world would stop getting in the way. She also gives awesome hugs and snuggles. For Niece 10, I love how bubbly and happy she is. It's like wandering into a room with a disco ball going full blast all the time. If we could bottle that energy and sell it we'd be millionares. For niece 5-1, I love how sassy she is. She's more than a match for her playboy dad and keeps his ego in check. It's so freaking funny to watch. For niece 3 - just as sassy as her sister. Not afrait to tell you what she thinks of you one bit. Also, she will tell you when it's time for you to go get her more cheese-ball poofs. Then she wanders around in front of everyone and eats them. It's so ridicolus and so funny at the same time, she's been doing it since she could walk. For niece 5-2, She gives the bet hugs. I hardly get to see her but she always hugs me like she never wants to let go. She's quiet but always wants to be near. For nephew 3 - He's like a wrecking ball. He's into everything. Then he just looks at you completely innocently and you can't even be mad. For niece 1 - It's very sad but I haven't been able to meet her. They are in Japan for right now. Nephew 1 - I love he had already mastered the 'WTH are you DOING?!?!' look. He also does like a million adorable things until he's hungry, then he screams. but other than that he's awesome. For cousin 13- I am so proud of her. She is gracefull and elegant and wise beyond her years. It has been an joy watching her grow up. She is someone I can have an intelligent conversation with, she knows who she is and doesn't fall into being what is expected of her. I couldn't be prouder that she is resisting the parental pressure they thrust upon her. I also admire that both she and her brother are caring and loving despite the fact her parents obviously favor the son. The kids don't hold it against each other as far as we can tell. I only hope I can continue supporting her and being a positive influence. For cousin 11- I love that he can actually be dedicated to something. He is working so hard for his Karate levels and to improve as a soccer winger. It's not a natural talent for him but he is doing very well. For cousin 9 - I admire her imagination. Everything is possible in there. She can make the best worlds for her younger siblings to play in right in their living room. She's also really stepped up since her dad's having a health problem so she's a good older sis. for cousin 7 - She is so sweet and gentle. She just intutivaley knows what you need. Do you need a hug? Got it! Need someone to sit with you? Got it! It's always something quiet though, she's still very shy, but is working on it. For cousin 5 - He's so smart. I've had LONG conversations about the technicalaties about the different periods of dinasaur history and how steam engines work. He can just throw himself into a book and come out with all kinds of thigns to say. It's pretty fun to hang out with him. He also is rough and tumble to wrestle, that's fun too. For cousin 2- She's just the kind of kid who lights up a room, she smiles and giggles and makes everyone happy. What could be better than that?
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Post by tractor on Jun 27, 2014 14:05:10 GMT -5
They are starting to do a few small chores around the house, now if they could just figure out what needs to be done on their own.
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Post by muttleynfelix on Jun 27, 2014 15:21:12 GMT -5
CarolinaKatThis is a great description and totally how I would describe my 6 year old niece. My daughter appears to be headed that direction, but with a bit more sass and mischief. Actually she has a lot of mischief in her.
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Post by giramomma on Jun 27, 2014 16:01:13 GMT -5
My DS will never jaw with anyone on the playground because he doesn't want to hurt their feelings. He's very sensitive and an old soul. Once there was a fundraiser at school to help buy meals for the needy. My DS took his spending money, donated it, and then told us what he did about 4 days later. I was impressed. Even though it wasn't much, it was harder/more thoughtful for him than for the kid whose dad opened up his wallet and handed his kid a $20. He also deeply loves his sisters and looks out for them. (Though he rarely admits it ) He's also just a very positive, optimistic person. He also is problem solving pretty well for himself. DD1 is a girly-girl. We put semi-permanent streaks in her hair today. It was so.much.fun. We told her when she stopped sucking her thumb we'd get manicures. I cannot wait to get one with her. She is also just so sure of herself. She is also very creative... I started teaching DD1 my instrument and I got a little lump in my throat the first week. DD2 is the stinker. She's completely bonded to the older two kids. She's also so very sure of herself. She knows what she needs. And she won't back down until she gets it. And, when she's ready to move on, she does it in her time. I do not think DD2 will be girly. She refuses to wear skirts. I'm lucky to get a dress on her twice a year. I love the way DD2 says her words. Most of the time, I love how she picks up words from the other two. There's nothing better than a two year old saying "AWESOME!" with enthusiasm. My students: There's so much to say about them...I can't do it individually, as there are too many. Some are incredibly polite. Some are funny. Some are really interested in me as person. Some talk. Some are quiet, but there's a lot going on, and when they talk, it's pretty profound.
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Post by Peace Of Mind on Jun 27, 2014 16:09:55 GMT -5
LOL! Everybody beat me to the "That they are not mine or they go home" punch but I will say it's nice to read about everybody's kids doing such adorable/sweet things. It ALMOST makes me want one. Nah. Maybe I'll just borrow one of yours. Mutt - she's a cutie! Not MSN people have some of the cutest kids!
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Post by Jaguar on Jun 27, 2014 16:19:24 GMT -5
I love reading these stories.
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Post by Apple on Jun 27, 2014 16:21:18 GMT -5
My son is wickedly funny. At sixteen, he's made it through a lot of the awkward stuff in one piece, and he's out of the stinky-teen-boy stage (yea!!). He's gotten into acting this year, so he's even more willing to go to plays and theater shows with me He's a kind person, I can't think of a single time he's said anything bad about anyone. Today I had him try on a few glasses, but his eyes were dilated so he couldn't see that well (we'll go pick the final pair when he can see again--I took photos so he can decide his top two). Anyway, I put one pair on him and it made him look like he had a uni-brow. He was able to laugh and joke about it all, and in one photo his eyes are completely white because he was rolling his eyes at me. He has a sense of humor that doesn't exactly match mine, but is one I've always enjoyed.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 27, 2014 16:33:00 GMT -5
GW is beautiful, Audrey Hepburn classically beautiful. But tall. She has an amazing smile. It's the only smile I've ever seen that I would describe as sweet.
NGW is nice. Great with kids though she insists she doesn't want to have her own. She is also a good looking young woman with a good sense of style. She manages to be modern without being slutty. Ever.
My very favourite is to hear the two of them laughing together. And it happens a lot. Both of them are making way better choices for themselves than genetics would suggest they would.
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Post by Nazgul Girl on Jun 27, 2014 21:56:24 GMT -5
My DD is the best person in the world, and has overcome some difficult things in her life. She works hard and is very compassionate and loving. It's great to see her figure out what she wants to do with the overgrown flowerbeds during her first summer at her new house, and sit at *her* kitchen table eating takeout chili and talking about her plans. As her mother, I am one lucky duck. These are some very good times we're having together.
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Post by Nazgul Girl on Jun 27, 2014 22:00:53 GMT -5
This one is about the kids next door. Our driveways are extremely short, and our lot is pie-shaped, with the point in the front, so our driveways are about ten feet from each other at the maximum distance apart. The kids are brother who is about eight, and little sis who is about five. They are wonderful together. The family has the basketball net/stand stationed on their drive almost right outside our den window, where I worked every day before I retired. The son is very basketball-driven, and you'd think that the sound of that constantly bouncing ball and the reverbs off the backboard would have bothered me, but I enjoyed it. One day, he was shooting hoops, and I could hear his little sister ask if she could play. Our front door was already open, and I tiptoed there to listen to him give her a detailed basketball lesson. He kept working with her until she shot a hoop or too. They play together every so often now.
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