Pet Peeves + Real Family Life | Vlogmas Day 6

[@BlairLamb]

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[@NikkiG127]

You’re right-disciplining is exhausting! I will say that it pays off tremendously when they’re older and you’ve done the work early on. It’s hard because you care and you’re invested in their little lives. That’s a great thing! Keep up the great work, Mama! Those kids know they’re loved! ❤

[@Jessicaw1106]

Girl, PREACH about the oatmeal in the bowl! My husband does the same thing, lol. I tell him he needs to rinse it out right away or basically turns to cement in there.

[@BlairLamb]

It's so annoying!!!

[@gabrielarigobussotti]

That discipline story is so true! Congrats for following through with your precious kids, it will make all of the difference for their lives! ❤

[@stephanieodom8813]

Hang in there with the discipline! It’s SO much easier to let bad behavior go. As a mom to a ten year old…. It’s so worth it! The young years are hard, but the reward for consistency in discipline while parenting is huge! You and Riley stay strong! 💕

[@BlairLamb]

You are SO right, consistency is key!! 🙏

[@hayleebader3894]

Thank you for the honest check in about parenting because it can feel SO isolating to struggle so hard to keep your cool and be the parent you want to be, despite being strung out.

[@BlairLamb]

Exactly! It's a lot, especially by the evening when I'm tired too!

[@PhyliciaApril]

Hi, Blair! I’m a frequent viewer, but rarely comment. I just wanted to say thank you for sharing all that you do. I can absolutely relate to the evening chaos and the days that seem to be filled with constantly disciplining children. My husband is in the military and I am often parenting solo for days or weeks at a time. We don’t live near any family so the times he is gone, it’s just me 24/7. I agree that it is so exhausting to be constantly teaching/disciplining/breaking up fights. On the particularly rough days, I find myself blasting worship music and try my best to pray out loud before I respond in those chaotic moments. It’s not easy by any means. 😅

[@BlairLamb]

I hear you. It can be so tough! I love worship music too. 🙏

[@clairexcassar]

Love Nora in this vid! “Because I’m five.” She’s a diva in the best way 💕

[@BlairLamb]

That line had me laughing so hard!! Total mic drop moment.

[@conwaycm103]

I’m crying 😂the end of the video with the screaming kid (relatable) and it immediately transitioned to peaceful Christmas music 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@BlairLamb]

hahahahahahahaha story of my life

[@juliemark5764]

When my daughter was grown she thanked me for "being so strict with her" (we really weren't), when she was little because she said she felt like she always knew how to behave in social situations because we made her when she was young, and she couldn't believe how many people did not have that same "training". (Her words!)

[@terifabulous1206]

Hi Blair - I love that you’ve been sharing a little bit of the cute town you live in.

[@BlairLamb]

It's a hidden gem - I love how small and cozy it is.

[@Riches890-y7h]

So last night my husband said, “do you want to go out and run errands or do you want to stay home with the kids?” I immediately said I’ll run errands (alone)! 🙋🏻‍♀️ it is EXHAUSTING parenting (all year really) but especially during this time of year. There’s no sun so the kids don’t run out their energy, they go to bed later because you’re trying to do special holiday things, etc. I found it helps when my husband and I are on the same page and we tag team. When I’m drained, he takes over and visa versa. Seems to work but sometimes it’s just plain hard and tiring. Keep at it girl! It IS easy to let the bad behavior go BUT then we pay for it later. Keep doing what you’re doing, you’re doing a great job!!❤

[@catcalledjessie7539]

Love how you keep you vlogs real and normal. Keep it up, you are doing great ❤

[@jesswnukow]

My youngest is 21. This brought back lots of memories. So exhausting. I love that you keep it real. The holidays etcetera fall mostly on the Mom. Hang in there.

[@emilyvictoria331]

I made the Mongolian beef for dinner tonight and it's so delicious! I added about a 1/4 cup of hoisin sauce and thinly sliced peppers and onions when there was about an hour left to cook and it's so so good!

[@BlairLamb]

Yum! That sounds amazing

[@simplesweetsbymindy6626]

same feelings about oatmeal and avacado left in bowl😂 and I remember being soooo tired by Friday with young kids.I get it! You're doing great, mama❤

[@letthemagicbegin]

Shew the way I needed the discipline solidarity today. This mama is EXHAUSTED. 2 and 4 (but mostly 2 😅) are so, so hard. We’re in the trenches over here haha. You’re not alone!!

[@neysarodriguez9622]

And Cheers 🎉to the grandparents that take care of their grandchildren 😂👏🏻

[@adventuresofmalandlivi9181]

She was so proud of the little headphones. She was like ohhhh😍

[@mckenziehanna13]

I’m cackling listening to you talk about the dried oatmeal and the dirty clothes because my husband does both of these things and I’m convinced they’re just universal among men 😂 drives me nuts!!!

[@BlairLamb]

It's so confusing to me, especially the clothes, because surely it's not extra effort for the clothes to be IN the basket?? 🧺

[@mckenziehanna13]

@ they must just strip right where they stand and then walk away 🤦‍♀️

[@veronicacoates8832]

Nora is such a doll!! Does she ever pretend she's vlogging like you do? Also, so much solidarity with the kids. My kids are all 10, 13 and 17 so I'm not dealing with those meltdowns anymore. But man, parenting has brought me to the edge of myself and beyond. Nothing, and I mean absolutely nothing could have prepared me for parenting. And it doesn't get easier. The struggles just change. Now instead of dealing with meltdowns and tantrums, we're navigating difficult friendships, first serious girlfriend and trying to give them space but also remembering what it was like to be a hormonal 17 year old. Sending you a virtual hug and I pray that our heavenly father bring you peace that surpasses all understanding. ❤

[@BlairLamb]

Nora made a 7 minute vlog on Riley's phone yesterday and she sounds just like me, we were laughing so hard 😂 At one point in the middle of her vlogging, she and Colin got into it and she started crying, but she just wiped her tears and said "Well anyway.." Hahaha.

[@BlairLamb]

And thank you for sharing your experience and wisdom about parenting. It truly does take you to the end of yourself!!

[@veronicacoates8832]

​@BlairLamb oh my gosh, that is freaking adorable!!!

[@Jess_Smith0903]

@@BlairLambomg the way this brought tears to my eyes from laughing so hard! Lol thank you for sharing this, it literally made my day! Hahahaha

[@mullins809]

We have all been in your shoes and we know your doing your best ❤

[@joannewilliams41]

Aaaaaaaw Blair am with you all the way 🥰 although my daughter is now 14 I remember those toddler/ younger years only too well and it was so tough at times. The teenage years definitely bring their own challenges but it’s definitely easier when they are more independent and you can have a conversation with them 🥰🥰 one day at a time, you got this 🥰🥰xxx

[@Mdk2davis]

How do you get your recipes to print in that format?

[@BlairLamb]

I print via Plan To Eat!

[@tinafrancis4293]

Nora is so adorable, because I’m five 😂❤

[@lauriearnold78]

I have to discipline less often now as they are 19 and 17 , but I remember those days like it was yesterday. 🤪

[@lauriehume3395]

I can see Nora's marshmallow guy becoming a toy many other kids would enjoy! Blair you need to develop that! (college funds for the kids!) A really cute idea!

[@BlairLamb]

You know what, maybe you're onto something! 😂

[@KatherineLivengood]

Your evening house sounds like mine! 😅

[@BlairLamb]

LOL 😂 when it's chaos, it's REALLY chaos

[@Liezjeuh]

Girl... I feel ya 😅 and I only have one child... but she is a teenager now... and I am a single mom. Send help! Lol 😂 ❤

[@BlairLamb]

I see you!!! May the coffee be strong

[@lauriehume3395]

Nora I vote for #3 sunglasses the rainbow ones 😎 😊

[@BlairLamb]

Those are so much fun!

[@nancyvozella3841]

Your sunglasses are beautiful Nora❤

[@gainessm]

Blair, are we married to the same man? My husband does the same dish and hamper things and it drives me nuts! Good thing they're cute.

[@BlairLamb]

It's a darn good thing!!! 😂☠️

[@PurpleSplashh]

Which o come all ye faithful is playing at the end of your video??? It’s beautiful!

[@BlairLamb]

Jordin Sparks! She has a stunning voice.

[@LittleGirlLost]

I miss Nora's age sooo much ❤

[@BlairLamb]

I have told Riley almost daily how much I'm enjoying her at this age!!! Really really fun

[@crystalpennington6364]

Felt this to the core. 🤍