Every Saturday, I usually take the boys out for the day, but today is very cold and I'm not in the mood for it.
They have many things to enjoy in the house. Our 10-year-old is fine with being at home, but our 4-year-old isn't. He is by the door with his coat and shoes on, in tears.
I suggested that he play outside in the garden, but he refuses; he wants to go outside instead. I asked him if he wanted to bake, but as I suggest more activities, the more upset he gets. So I’ve just left him at the door.
My Husband isn’t bothered that he is crying at the door and has told me to leave him alone, I still feel a sense of guilt.
I'm considering taking him out for an hour or two to get some fresh air; however, the problem is that he loves being outside.
As soon as it's time to come back inside, he will refuse, and if I don't have a grip on his hand, he'll run down the street. I find myself having to offer him a bribe to get him inside, which I have been trying to put an end to.
Today, I really want to steer clear of any stress and just want to relax.
Am I being unfair to our child by not feeling up to going outside?