Yesterday's meltdowns were 😩😠😭

Published: Sat, 12/02/23

And we were at the library.

When our kids throw fits, they can be very intense. It feels discouraging when we are working so hard to help them all and then their extreme behaviors can appear like we have never trained or disciplined them at all. Four out of five kids had super struggles at the library yesterday. Like after yesterday, I never want to go back to that library (or out in public) ever again. Blech.

Matt and I are constantly talking through and praying about ways to help our higher-needs kids. One that is obvious and necessary whether a kids has trauma or not is to, of course, make sure their bellies are full so that they don't get hangry. We all know this and I thought we'd all eaten enough before heading out yesterday, but...

Anyway, woe is me. But once again, I'm finding myself heading to the kitchen to make a pile of easy snacks to hand out all day long so that I can keep everyone full and happy(er).

I haven't made these Lemon Muffins for a long time but they sound good! I've been on a Flourless Chocolate Banana Muffin kick for the past few weeks (because sometimes it helps my brain to just make the same recipe over and over). But this weekend I think I'll go lemon.

I also want to try and make these Crustless Cheesecakes for snacks if I can get this done over the weekend. The kids don't love these but I DO and sometimes I'm so busy keeping the kids fed that I don't have time to sit and eat. So snacks like this are good for me.

This Pineapple Fluff was a hit with our dinner last night (BBQ Chicken). And I made a big pot of Warm Vanilla Soother this morning to enjoy with our breakfast. That is super filling and comforting.

Here's hoping today is a better day. God is faithful. Our children are precious. The Holy Spirit guides our parenting. We are all so loved.

Laura @ HeavenlyHomemakers.com

316 W. 11th St.
York NE 68467
USA

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