Taking one for the twin
They're almost two. Not that I know this because their birthday is in three months, rather anyone who has experience dealing with toddlers can read the signs.
Independence, check. pitching a fit when they don't get what they want, check. Throwing themselves on the floor and crying without tears, check. Rules don't apply to them, check. The list goes on making soon to be two year olds, very transparent.
Their parents have introduced 'time out' as a behavior plan when
alternative ideas don't work. You know the ol', 'Hey look at this or, heres a fun toy. Wouldn't you rather play with your truck than mommy's phone? I know you want to splash the dogs drinking water but let's do something else instead.
One of the boys was having a hard time with some of the rules and decided to test his mom with a full blown fit. He threw himself back, very carefully as not to bonk his head, and started screaming.
His mom didn't buy into the tantrum and, in a matter of fact tone, asked if he wanted a 'time out.'
Hearing the threat from another room his twin came to his defense. He laid his toy on the floor, went to the time out spot and sat down.
What toddler does that, quits playing and voluntarily sits in time out for his brother?
I'm baffled and amazed even at such a young age, 21 months to be exact, when toddlerhood is all about, 'me', they express a genuine brotherly love for each other giving,' being my brother's keeper' a whole new meaning.
6 comments:
You have very handsome grandsons. Looks like they will be best friends forever. I love the way one shared the time out.
I bet your neighbors are having a fantastic time on their cruise. Our cruise was last month. It's just taking me quite awhile to get my photos together and write up the posts for the blog. Take care and enjoy what summer is left for you. School has started around here this week.
That's the crowning glory of brotherly love, but at such a young age.
Thanks for sharing this.
The boys are so cute.
Hugs,
JB
They are so cute I can't stand it! That is something. The twin thing is so amazing.
Their poor mama and daddy. Anything after this is gonna be a breeze. They may go on to have just a single baby. They will be bored.
Terrible twos! Although everyone I've ever known with kids has said every age has its 'challenges!' Not terrible...just challenges. Is two when they learn the word "no?" I've heard that's a pretty difficult time!
That's pretty incredible! They're as cute as ever too.
Sweet, sweet babies- what love!
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