Don’t Mess With The Stephens Bunch

We have always told our kids that they should defend each other.  I came from a big family and one of the things we did was stick together.  If you messed with one of us you were messing with all of us.  Determined to pass this on to our kids we always remind them to take care of each other, defend each other and always stand up for each other because they are siblings.  I have three kids – a five year old daughter, a four year old son and a 16 month old son.  While we make this point to our two older kids I never expect for the youngest to be the enforcer and he’s too young to understand right? Wrong

Today I was getting my oldest son dressed for school and it was time to comb his hair.  I should note that none of my kids like getting their hair combed so I knew it was going to be a battle.  I grabbed the comb and started with his hair and he started to cry.  Within second my youngest son was in the room watching my every move, he looked me up and down and made a sound.  I can only assume he wanted me to stop.  He made a few more sounds and when I didn’t stop he moved closer, grabbed my arm and snatched the comb from me and then he hugged his brother.  I was moved and couldn’t believe that he did that.  I guess he didn’t like seeing his brother cry and once he knew what was causing it he wanted it to stop.

Lesson learned you don’t mess with the Stephens bunch.  LOL.  I should also say though that I don’t encourage my kids to fight anyone, that’s a big no-no in our house.  I just want them to have each other backs for life and that’s in all matters.