I loved this! I have the same story and responses and we should all be best friends :-) I don't fear any conversation any more even tho I don't force and I go for respectful - I know if I misspeak, I will repair and the repair always puts our relationship in a better place. We had a tif when I flat out told her I don't believe anyone is born in the wrong body like her science teacher does. Once she got over that, she let me pet her hair every night (hair that I cut for her) while she falls asleep. And I do it, even when I am too tired, because every second I get like that is precious.
I'm so grateful you took the time to leave this comment! A few years back I heard this somewhere, "You'll never regret the time you spent with your kids." When I catch myself feeling distant, like I have something "better" to do when my kids are interacting with me, I remind myself of this. It helps me come back into the moment, give them my full attention and send them love vibes.
How absolutely precious that she lets you pet her hair at night. Both mine are pretty much over touchy affection. I sure miss those days, but really glad we snuggled lots when they were younger and I knew to cherish it.
Yes! I did love the whole conversation. I find your voice soothing. My kid is over touchy stuff too - no hugs - sensory issues, maybe autistic - so I look for these little "miracles" for connection.
I cannot express how much I loved listening to this conversation. It was grounding and reassuring and should be required listening for all parents of trans-identified children once they come up for air.
I loved this! I have the same story and responses and we should all be best friends :-) I don't fear any conversation any more even tho I don't force and I go for respectful - I know if I misspeak, I will repair and the repair always puts our relationship in a better place. We had a tif when I flat out told her I don't believe anyone is born in the wrong body like her science teacher does. Once she got over that, she let me pet her hair every night (hair that I cut for her) while she falls asleep. And I do it, even when I am too tired, because every second I get like that is precious.
I'm so grateful you took the time to leave this comment! A few years back I heard this somewhere, "You'll never regret the time you spent with your kids." When I catch myself feeling distant, like I have something "better" to do when my kids are interacting with me, I remind myself of this. It helps me come back into the moment, give them my full attention and send them love vibes.
How absolutely precious that she lets you pet her hair at night. Both mine are pretty much over touchy affection. I sure miss those days, but really glad we snuggled lots when they were younger and I knew to cherish it.
Yes! I did love the whole conversation. I find your voice soothing. My kid is over touchy stuff too - no hugs - sensory issues, maybe autistic - so I look for these little "miracles" for connection.
I cannot express how much I loved listening to this conversation. It was grounding and reassuring and should be required listening for all parents of trans-identified children once they come up for air.
I'm blown away by this comment. 🙏😍