There's something about your youngest child approaching three that feels so freeing and so delightful. Is it just me or is this a typical phenomenon?
I've carried a diaper bag for 10 years and I AM DONE. Don't get me wrong, there is a lot of parenting ahead, but an era is definitely over.
I mean look at us. There's no one back at camp with a fussy or sleepy baby. We are all enjoying the waterfalls together.
I know that there are those of you who would warn me not to be too happy, that these years fly by too quickly, but I intend to relish in the moment for now.
Next milestone - no car seats?
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I noticed that this part had no comment so I am commenting. Your family is precious to me. I am so glad that we know each of you! I am looking forward to watching the rest of your children grow out of car seats :-)
In this day and time our kids will be in carseats when they take their drivers test! Or you could just be like me and keep my almost 5 year old in a 5-point harness just because I am too lazy to teach him how to buckle himself with real seat belt.
Yes, three is definitely the magic age. We noticed this, too, on our last vacation. It was WONDERFUL without diapers - gotta admit. This place looks so wonderful!
Yes, I remember the feeling of freedom when each of our older ones turned three. Then we had our 2 year old (I can't remember any of the others being anything like her!) and our 4 month old and I'm back to feeling like I'm in over my head. I'm trying to be optimistic but I had forgotten how very hard it is!!
Oh, it is so good to hear that it will get easier. I love the pics that display it so wonderfully even without words! I am in the midst with child #2 (of 3) about to turn 3 this weekend. We leave for FL (to drive...ugh) in 2 weeks. I love the memories, the trip, and being with them, but I gotta tell ya - it is WORK! :)
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