Babyhood

The nice thing about today was how well the children played together, with almost no fights and tantrums. Even both mealtimes went smoothly. In fact I often give them an early dinner at 6.30 and leave them to it with almost no supervision. That way they eat what they want, without the accompaniment of paternal scoldings of the “sit up properly” and “not with your fingers!” kind. I have lately been trying to cut down my stress levels by doing things a bit more slowly, rushing less, and am making a huge effort not to lose my temper every time something or someone annoys me. I was so successful yesterday and today that I feel positively serene. Long may it continue.