Through it all my children have been incredibly well-tempered and patient with me but last week things started to get difficult.
Laura has compensated for all of the upheaval in her world by being quieter and more cuddly. I have always thought of Grace as a very strong personality but I'm beginning to see a need for approval and validation underneath.
It all started on Wednesday when Grace announced that she wanted to wear Laura's clothes. I found one bigger shirt that she was able to squeeze into and then went on a shopping expedition to get matching shirts and dresses. More recently Grace has wanted soothers, blankets, cuddles, and to be carried where ever we go.
It's really not that big of a deal but my heart hurts. I love my children and I want them to feel secure in themselves and their lives. I've been trying to give Grace more one-on-one time with me and let her regress to a baby without making judgement. But I don't know what else to do.
Laura went for a ride in the excersaucer much to Grace's disapproval. Grace then tried to cram herself into it. I think it's pretty cute. 
They wouldn't pose together, but this is one of the matching outfits.Everything that I have read says that this is a common thing to happen in times of stress for children. But I don't want my child to be stressed or confused. I never knew that toddlers could feel such complex emotions.
