Mabry-Lynn is my daughter and it is hard to believe she is already 2. She has gotten pretty sassy and stubborn lately (hopefully it is just a phase) but wouldn't you if someone took away your paci and kept trying to get you to sit on a hard seat to potty in when diapers have so much more cushion. Really think about it, we talk about the terrible two's, but who wouldn't be grouchy if in 2 short years you were expected to learn a language, learn to potty, feed yourself and give up some comforts you were given as a baby like a crib and pacifier. It's not an easy life with a two year old or as a two year old, but oh at the adorable things they say and do that make a lasting memory. The terrible two's have there challenges and some of the most rewarding moments in parenting. Yes! (some nights I want to just put her in bed in a hurry and go do my work or even better to sleep), but I think how much longer will she want me to read her a book or cuddle in the rocking chair as we rock back and forth. Not long enough, not long enough. Sniff. So I will try to enjoy every blessed moment I have with this little 2 year old I often refer to as "stinker."
