I knew that parenting would not be easy. I even knew that having another baby would shake things up and make parenting even harder. This was a challenge that I was willing to take. Some of the challenges that we have had to face over this past month have been dealing with a weepy and spoiled two year old who was used to being an only child, trying to keep up on 6-10 loads of laundry a week (seriously... where does it all come from?), the flu, countless diapers and yes even the infamous poop up the back diapers, lack of sleep, lack of sleep, lack of sleep (did I say lack of sleep?), another mouse in the house, counting back from ten to keep from yelling, potty training, and sinking to the low level of bribing and begging Bennett to be quiet so that I can sneak in a shower (the most relaxing and peaceful time of the day)! These challenges are ones that every parent faces. I think it must be a rite of passage into parenthood. It just makes us stronger. Unfortunately, we faced one more rite of passage into parenthood this month. I believe this one to be the most difficult and heartbreaking of all. In fact, I would rather endure hundreds of poop up the back diapers and years of lack of sleep than face the hardest part of parenthood. The part that I am talking about is hearing your child getting teased. Yes, this happened to Bennett this month and truly ripped my heart into pieces. I hated seeing him try so hard to fit in and then fall apart. Okay... I'll be honest, I think I fell apart more than he did. On the upside it taught a lesson for all. At least Bennett is learning how to deal with situations like this before he goes to school. It is unrealistic to think that he will never have to learn to deal with bullying and teasing. I just want to protect him and his feelings forever. I never thought that I would say this... but I am starting to understand more and more why my parents did what they did and raised us the way they did! PARENTING IS JUST TOO HARD! 
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Yeah, but in my book you are handling it like a pro. And I feel you on the laundry thing. It's insane.
I agree with Mary. You're doing a wonderful job... and you're a great mother. Don't ever doubt that. I remember when Brie was born how overwhelmed I felt for the first month and a half.. give or take. Then all of a sudden everything just seemed to click and we all got into our groove. Hang in there. It's going to work out. ☺
Hang in there Ashley! You sweet baby is so cute! I can't believe I haven't been keeping up with much. Becoming a parent to a teenager has pretty much consumed my last year. I know what you mean about the teasing. Jospeh came home from school and was being bullied and let me tell you. The mama bear came out and I ready to head to the school and kick some teenage butt. Luckily it was handled quickly and the boy apologized before he and I had to have a smack down. hahaha.
You're a wonderful mom. Hang in there and don't forget to breath. I must say I am impressed. You only have to count down from 10 to keep from yelling. I need to start at 50. :)
Oh Ashley that is so so heartbreaking. Bennett is such a little sweetheart! I can't believe how sweet and big Rhett is getting! I can't wait to see him!
that is THE single most heartbreaking thing - and all of us moms totally understand the feelings!!!
Poor Bennett! It breaks my heart that kids can be so cruel (and some adults too). I can't believe that he's being teased at such a young age. Heartbreaking.
On the other note, parenting is hard! Lately, I've really noticed how much I am NOT the parent I once was and want to be. Once two came along it's as though my parenting skills went kapoot. It does get easier, but it's still hard!
BTW, your boys are so adorable!
Oh Bat Ash, I always knew you'd have beautiful babies. I'm so sorry about Bennett being teased. I wish I could shelter my kids from a hard world as well. Here's a long-distance hug!
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