I was thinking the princess could use some one on one time so we’re trying to do something, even if it is just shopping for her alone, together each day. This doesn’t seem to be working on her behavior and attitude though which is terrible. She’s got the 12 year olds attitude with 8 year old smarts on how/when to use it. Not that 12 year olds are any better but they do have some sense.

You know, I really need a break. Husband doesn’t seem to understand but I’m close to not caring if he gets it or not…but his showing up once a week for 48 hours or less just doesn’t cut it. I still do the bulk of the running around, the kids still come to me with their arguments, and I still have to feed everyone and keep the house picked up. But mostly I need a break from my little darlings. Love them to death but I’m so not equipped to deal with them and having no relief is draining. School can’t start soon enough and when it does, I’m sure I’ll be back to coping.