They My daughter got the young, happier, more confident, slightly more optimistic mom. My poor son got the older, sad, cynical, pessimistic and anxiety-ridden mom who occasionally snaps because of the need for constant interaction when I am in the middle of a stress storm.
Lori - I'm new here, but I wanted to say I laughed when I read your post because it hit close to home! I didn't have a child early, but I had one just before I turned 40 and I just shake my head at how tired and cranky I am. I often think, "I should be a grandmother - what am I doing with a toddler?" LOL! There seems to be some divine plan to everything, and having an older sibling I'm sure is one of those wonderful gifts your son got that your daughter didn't get.
Significantly older siblings are like "middle management," in that they can help interpret the voice and behavior of the parents. You'll probably never know how great your son really has it.
P.S. I love this thread.
