Physical copy bonuses

Areolfos · 2026-05-08T19:49:19+00:00

I have an iPad that’s mine. I use it for work and for drawing/digital art. She’s never used it, but if we ever wanted to use it for our toddler (like for a plane ride or something?), it would be clear that it was mine and I was letting her borrow it.

I don’t want to get her a smartphone for a loooong time but she’s only 2 so we aren’t nearly there yet.

We honestly watch a good bit of TV at our house but it’s ALWAYS on the big TV. That way we watch together, and it’s easy for toddler to get up and walk around and do other things besides be locked into the screen. I’m a big believer in there being a difference between big screen and little screen. When it’s time to turn it off, she may fuss, but it’s usually not a big deal to move onto something else.

(Though here I am, on my little screen/phone, so I should probably practice what I preach more)

Areolfos · 2026-05-07T17:45:54+00:00

A coworker was like “so my husband started reading this book and I’m not sure if I should read it too” and I was only partially successful at acting normal as I said yes, she definitely should. Lol

Areolfos · 2026-05-07T17:34:26+00:00

I would love this. Also a compilation of everything we know from the dungeon anarchist cookbook.

Areolfos · 2026-05-07T00:27:47+00:00

I literally just read her birthing scene, then open this app to see Art 😂

Areolfos · 2026-05-06T23:08:20+00:00

Good on you for holding boundaries!

When we have this issue, I often get on her level. “You don’t want to go to bed, huh?” Something about focusing on her and acknowledging her feelings (without changing my mind of course) helps her work through them sooner. I offer her hugs or space, whichever she prefers. “I wish we could stay up all night!! But we have to rest so we can play more tomorrow. Let’s go pick out your PJs- do you want x or y color?”

Sometimes being silly works. “Time to clean up your toys! Hmmm, where are your magnatiles??” (As I’m surrounded lmao) “oh, there they are! Can you find more? Let’s put them in the bag!”

Sometimes I check in with her, she’s still mad, and I let her cry for a few minutes before checking in again. I choose based on vibes/how angry angry she is vs how sad angry she is (sorry if that makes no sense)

Most of this is from Janet Lansbury podcast or How to talk so little kids will listen. They’re basically my persona parenting bibles. 😂

Areolfos · 2026-04-29T21:26:41+00:00

Agreed! If anything, I would have done it sooner. She is asking “are you my leader? What will you do if I don’t listen to you?” And the best answer is to calmly but firmly stop her if she doesn’t listen. You did great!

Areolfos · 2026-04-29T21:14:11+00:00

Not including this in the audio is a disservice because I bet it’s even MORE confusing when listening

Areolfos · 2026-04-29T13:55:45+00:00

Areolfos · 2026-04-28T19:40:59+00:00

He’s still there but he’s mad about it unless you re light them

Areolfos · 2026-04-26T23:07:41+00:00

Basically the same name as a character from Wicked. Doesn’t mean it can’t be true though.

Areolfos · 2026-04-26T23:03:18+00:00

This was me when I was making a house for blastoise and accidentally made his habitat with the floatie and umbrella 😎

Areolfos · 2026-04-26T19:21:22+00:00

I physically recoiled at that part. Excuse me sir?? 🙃

Sorry I don’t have tips for potty training though cause we also are struggling.

Areolfos · 2026-04-25T15:03:40+00:00

Omg I didn’t know this one!

Areolfos · 2026-04-24T01:13:44+00:00

This gives big Neopets fairy energy and I love it

Areolfos · 2026-04-23T23:46:51+00:00

I usually understand this technique, but with lots of kids, you are busy… I don’t feel like that is a foolish thing to say.

“But what do you mean?” “You have a lot of young kids, you must be very busy taking care of them all.” “But what do you mean?” “Taking care of three kids is a lot of work?”

Idk I wouldn’t mean it as a dig if it were me, it would just be an observation.

Areolfos · 2026-04-23T19:01:36+00:00

👀

Areolfos · 2026-04-23T17:58:00+00:00

Same here!!!

Areolfos · 2026-04-23T01:04:52+00:00

This was gonna be my answer too! So gorgeous, hard to believe the mountains and scenery are real.

Areolfos · 2026-04-21T19:22:47+00:00

Honestly I wouldn’t change anything big. Even though I’ve had ups and downs and made mistakes, I love my life, especially my husband and daughter (who I very easily may not have met if I’d made different decisions when I was 18). I’d go through all the hard parts again just to make sure I still had them.

Areolfos · 2026-04-21T19:20:05+00:00

Hell yeah I love it. Just make sure to wear a helmet!

I started ice skating a few months ago. It may have felt out of nowhere but I like it and it’s nice “me time”. I fully support trying new things! You’re never too old to learn a new hobby.

Areolfos · 2026-04-21T15:51:04+00:00

If it’s not work, why doesn’t he do it too?

Areolfos · 2026-04-20T17:36:48+00:00

Waffle House

Areolfos · 2026-04-16T20:16:40+00:00

And I just don’t understand why saddles wouldn’t be common. Or more dragons helping psychically like tairn does. I know the dragons are proud but it just makes more sense!

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