I was a really good mom . . . until I had kids!

For those of you who have kids, do you remember all of the things you said you would never do or how judgemental you were of all those other parents who weren't doing things right before you had kids? I was that person who had the ideal parenting expectation in my head. Man, how having kids turns that ideal situation around. I love my kids and am obviously about to have a third but most people just talk about the cute, cuddly moments with their children. They don't talk about the lack of sleep, potty training, fits, and the attitude of little girls :).

I was watching the Today show this morning and there is a new book out called I was a really good mom, until I had kids. That title alone cracks me up so I think I will go purchase the book. I know I am prejudice, but I really feel like I have pretty easy kids, hyper, but pretty easy and not too many problems. That being said, my daughter is 4 going on 13 and Mike and I are really at a crossroad on what to do with her sassy mouth and her talking back. Parents have so much responsibility I think. They can make or break children. I don't want to necessarily break Kyler's strong will or stubbornness. I think these traits will come in handy when she is tempted or needs to stand up for herself. I would rather her be a leader than a follower but I also want her to remember to be sweet and respect and obey her teachers and parents. Such a fine line! I really am blessed by kids who have adapted well and have not given us many problems thus far, but this topic seemed too funny not to post. I definitely believe I was a better mom in my head than I truly am :)!!