In her column, Tracy shares experiences and lessons learnt as she navigates life and grows with her two boys. To share your views email Tracy on [email protected]
Earlier this week, while we were celebrating my dad's birthday, my seven-year-old reminded me that our children are often far more emotionally intelligent than we give them credit for.
As we sang Happy Birthday and watched Grandpa blow out his candles, I noticed my boy becoming quieter. Then it came...
"I wish my birthday wasn't so late."
At first, it was just little comments here and there, but before long it turned into a bit of a tantrum. He was upset because, in his mind, everyone else's birthday came before his.
