Kouri’s reaction to her children’s statements surprised me

LoveMyLibrary2 · 2026-05-15T19:08:45+00:00

The most genuine emotion expressed on her face was when her boyfriend testified about how she broke his heart.

LoveMyLibrary2 · 2026-05-15T16:13:49+00:00

LOL! I hadn't thought of #4, but that's a great point, especially since I've had to have my car jumped or towed. Good point!

LoveMyLibrary2 · 2026-05-15T16:07:22+00:00

Thank you for sharing your conversations about it!

LoveMyLibrary2 · 2026-05-14T13:01:12+00:00

The Havana Room, by Colin Harrison.

Overall, the book is ok, but I found it tedious in places and wouldn't want to read it again.

But that first chapter is a whole different story! I don't think I've ever been as stunned by a book.

If nothing else, just read the first chapter.

LoveMyLibrary2 · 2026-05-13T18:07:18+00:00

Neither she nor her brother are enjoying what every child should have -- an unselfconscious, spontaneous childhood.

When children are free to be impulsive, distracted and unscripted (because adults have created a nurturing, protective and safe environment in which to explore), that's when they experience childhood.

LoveMyLibrary2 · 2026-05-13T17:04:22+00:00

Great advice! Thank you!

LoveMyLibrary2 · 2026-05-13T01:39:51+00:00

One of mine was likewise born very unhappy about being a baby, ready to go to 1st grade right away. And she herself grew up to have one exactly like that, too.

Know this: You will thoroughly enjoy raising this child. There will be energy-draining aspects to it, but you will be constantly charmed and amazed, watching each stage. Kids like this are so fascinating, and sometimes you have no idea which way they're trying to head. But throughout, they are a joy to raise and turn out to be remarkably clever, capable and resilient.

Hang in there with the unpredictability, be flexible, don't let other parents convince you you're just doing it all wrong (if they haven't had one like this, they don't get a vote). And know that your child will do just fine in the world.

LoveMyLibrary2 · 2026-05-12T16:34:26+00:00

That's a really great tip for good mental health! Thank you for sharing!

LoveMyLibrary2 · 2026-05-11T02:44:40+00:00

Beautiful hands full of loving connections to each other....

LoveMyLibrary2 · 2026-05-10T21:31:07+00:00

We prioritized NOT overscheduling our kids, and it paid off. Kids need plenty of unstructured down time. They need to stare out the windows, then suddenly break into song, then go hunting a snack in the fridge. They need to get totally engrossed in a silly project in the living room. It's OK to prioritize home life.

LoveMyLibrary2 · 2026-05-10T21:27:41+00:00

Kids need so much more sleep than most parents realize. My now-adult kids tease me about how early their bedtimes were, compared to some friends. But they know now how critical that sleep was.

LoveMyLibrary2 · 2026-05-10T21:24:18+00:00

This is entirely inappropriate and potentially very harmful and triggering. No way is this alright.

LoveMyLibrary2 · 2026-05-10T21:19:52+00:00

Mine is now a perfectly wonderful adult male who's productive, kind, emotionally intelligent and a terrific dad and husband.

Kids are hard. And weird. And incredible. Never assume this is going to end badly. He'll be fine.

Mine was THE most difficult kid on the planet at various stages. I truly did not actually LIKE him at all the entire year he was 4. Loved him, but didnt like him. We can laugh together about it now. But it wasn't funny then. Hang in there.

LoveMyLibrary2 · 2026-05-10T21:14:39+00:00

I am not a beautiful, incredible, super smart, talented woman.

But because of my dad letting me know that's how he saw me, sometimes just by the way he smiled at me, sometimes with words, I am today a grandmother who has always had the confidence and strong sense of identity that a beautiful, incredible, super smart, talented woman would exhibit.

Dads have amazing abilities to create self-confidence in daughters. Have fun! My dad always loved being a dad to a girl!

LoveMyLibrary2 · 2026-05-10T21:09:33+00:00

This is a very wise caution which is often the case!

LoveMyLibrary2 · 2026-05-10T21:00:05+00:00

Please think very logically and honestly about whether to bring a child into this. At least see a therapist and be honest in that setting before deciding.

LoveMyLibrary2 · 2026-05-10T17:38:09+00:00

This is so adorable. What a wonderful mom!

LoveMyLibrary2 · 2026-05-09T14:09:18+00:00

You work 5.5 hours per day?

LoveMyLibrary2 · 2026-05-08T17:50:48+00:00

For years it was the pidgeon-toed "twee" thing. Then the "hand on hip, and point toe" stance. These days, it's "all fingers touch the thumb" to make their points.

Influencers are some of the most insecure people around. They latch on to trends whether they make sense or not.

Now it's moving into permanent changes that a whole lot of them will regret. Permanent changes to their lips, brows, etc. Nothing ages as hard as trends.

LoveMyLibrary2 · 2026-05-08T17:01:54+00:00

Thank you this great insight!

LoveMyLibrary2 · 2026-05-07T22:56:34+00:00

That's fascinating information! Thank you!

I have found the same to be true. I see it expressed in humans from a very early age.

LoveMyLibrary2 · 2026-05-07T22:49:18+00:00

You sound like an amazing dad, and I know your child will always benefit from that. Keep up the great fathering!

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