Morgan has really grown up in the last few days becoming the big sister. She has taken the responsibility well. We explained to her that they do not know any of the rules we have and she will need to guide them to make good decisions. She has done great! She has also had some struggles. She has had a few times where I can tell she is struggling. I manage to get her alone and hold her and she just cries. I reassure her that I love her just as much as always and that things will get better. Funny how she was having fun and a hard time with the new sisters and now she misses them and is ready for them to come home. She is learning and becoming a stronger person through it all. We knew it would be most difficult for her, but she is hanging in there!
My youngest sought out the youngest of a family just returned from Africa with two new children at church this weekend and asked , "So, how do you like NOT being the baby of the family anymore?" They knew exactly how the other was feeling! It's such a change, but I have seen such big and beautiful things come out of it, but she can't wait until the twins are in bed at night so she has some time with us without competition, though :-) Make sure you have a special time kept apart for just Morgan. She'll need it in the first few weeks. If an extra half hour at night is not possible maybe first thing in the morning - a cuddle time with you or something.
ReplyDeleteBless her sweet heart. It will be hard and fun all at the same time. My daughter has had a hard time and still struggles occasionally. It will be hard to spend time with just Morgan with them sharing a room but even if it is just 15 min. each night it will mean the world to her. Nate and Raleigh share a room and since Nate is a year younger I put him to bed first and then read with Raleigh. Raleigh looks forward to this time so much.
ReplyDeleteOne mistake I made was that I gave Whitney too much responsibility and authority over the little kids. She began to resent the fact that they would not mind her and it still causes problems. With Morgan being so close in age this probably won't be a problem for you but just wanted to share.
I am so excited for your family. Just one more day!!!!!!!!!!!!
wow, what a great job Morgan is doing. I hope that the next fe day are smooth. Good luck.
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