So it was bound to happen sometime.It is the right of every two year old to act...two. And Mackenzie has, in fact, been two for 7 months. But the last few weeks she's definitely ACTED two. Sometimes I look at this tiny toddler dictator and feel like I'm talking to a teenager trapped in this sweet girl facade. None the less, I love her for it. It's good for her to test her limits and see that they are sturdy. It's good for her to have an opinion but also learn how to express it. It is a long process and there are, indeed, so many rules. We'll get through it ( even if it takes the next 16 years) and one day I'll look back and miss this sassy sprite of a girl. So I don't laugh ( or cry) alone at some of her recent spoutings, here a some examples of Mack's " two-ness". Keep in mind that I'm not new to the two year old game and her big talk doesn't ever get her very far. Doesn't keep her from trying, though.
" No, Mama, I won't eat my brestkist ( breakfast in Mackenzien) . This is MY life!"
" I can't believe this!"
" Don't love me!" ( Mike was trying to kiss her) ( This is also interchangeable with don't : see me, smell me, taste me, touch me, pet me)
Despite all of mood swings, tantrums, drama , and tears ( ohh so many tears!) that come along with those in the 2 year old age bracket, it is my very favorite age. For every sassy comment, there are 10 sweet or funny things said. To watch someone reach out and taste the world for the first time is a gift that I could never put a price tag on.Just last night ,as I kissed her good night, she whispered in the sweetest voice " I love you sweet girl Mommy".
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