04-23-2007, 01:30 AM
Interesting discussion. I have 2 girls (ages 5 and 7 weeks) and a 3 1/2 year old son. My oldest has been challenging but that is due a life full of medical and developmental isses. Most of the time she is the sweetest person with a great smile and beautiful eyes. However, she has a wicked temper and despite being non-verbal, will let you know when she is pissed off. She is, however, the bravest, strongest person I know. She has been through more in her almost 6 years then most people have to face in a lifetime. She amazes me every single day.
My son has been constantly moving since he was in the womb (he totally changed positions 3 times in the week before his birth, necessitating a c-section for my wife). Once he started talking a couple of years ago, he has not stopped. He is a great little boy who is active, has a mind like a sponge, and a memory like a steel trap (we totally have to be careful about what we say around him). He is in a tough position, being the only son and middle child between 2 sisters who need our full attention but he handles it as best as he can. I can already see him taking a very protective role over both of his sisters.
The jury is still out on the baby, being only 7 weeks old. She's adorable but sure can cry. When she is ready to be fed, she better have that bottle in 30 seconds or else.
All kids have their strengths and challenges, ours certainly do. All families have their issues. I don't think that you can make a blanket statement one way or the other about which is easier to raise as everyone has their own perspective and experiences. However, that is one of the things that makes being a parent the greatest role.
My son has been constantly moving since he was in the womb (he totally changed positions 3 times in the week before his birth, necessitating a c-section for my wife). Once he started talking a couple of years ago, he has not stopped. He is a great little boy who is active, has a mind like a sponge, and a memory like a steel trap (we totally have to be careful about what we say around him). He is in a tough position, being the only son and middle child between 2 sisters who need our full attention but he handles it as best as he can. I can already see him taking a very protective role over both of his sisters.
The jury is still out on the baby, being only 7 weeks old. She's adorable but sure can cry. When she is ready to be fed, she better have that bottle in 30 seconds or else.
All kids have their strengths and challenges, ours certainly do. All families have their issues. I don't think that you can make a blanket statement one way or the other about which is easier to raise as everyone has their own perspective and experiences. However, that is one of the things that makes being a parent the greatest role.