1 2 3 Magic

Ross and I have been trying to find the "perfect" way to parent/discipline Isaac. He's a very very strong willed little boy and he's 2 so it's the perfect combination for disaster. I have been quite stressed out with him, especially when it comes time to meals. I've tried a few different things, but nothing has seemed to work and I end up frustrated and upset and Isaac the same. Our good friend JoAnne told us about 1 2 3 Magic. I've been reading the book and we've been watching the video. I am completely amazed at how quickly Isaac has caught on and how much easier it has been. It's so much more enjoyable with him in the evenings.

1 2 3 Magic is a way of disciplining/parenting children ages 2-12. You allow the child time to shape up. If the child receives a 3 they are to go to "time out" or "rest". It's a way of counting them without emotion and most importantly without talking too much. I've been doing this with Isaac for about 2 weeks now and the changes have amazed me. By the time I get to 2 he usually shapes up and it's not THAT often that he has to serve time out.

I'm so thrilled with this and I intend to keep using it. I've been trying it with Caleb which is working somewhat, but he's still a little young for it yet. I don't have to put him in time out very often, but he's now 18 months old and catching onto all the tricks big brother has pulled.

This weekend we have 2 more Christmas celebrations. I'll be able to post some pictures after that. We're looking forward to spending time with family. Isaac is looking forward to seeing his cousins. I also turn 30 this weekend. I can't believe I'm ending my 20's in a few short days. I can't say I'm real excited about turning 30 but I hope that just means many more happy years to come!

That's all for now. I'll check back soon with Christmas pictures and a well-check update on Caleb.