To be surprised about my children

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I have twin boys. Normally they fight or want time on electrical things or break stuff. I was dreading having them inside because of the storm.
This afternoon they have spent hours in one's bedroom just playing. They've been noisy but I've haven't had to break up any arguments or prevent world war three. The rooms a little messy but not as bad as it could be.
AIBU that having my boys play together nicely is a lovely surprise and there will be apple pie and custard for pudding to reward them.

Well they have obviously been planning and scheming for another day!!

I imagine it's a novelty op. We go out everyday. There's the pressure to always be doing something. Must be nice to just be. Glad you had a lovely day

Fab.

Long may it continue, OP

I rewarded my 4 yesterday when they played nicely for hours! I got so much done! Just as I felt the wheels were about to come off the wagon, we went to the supermarket for a few bits and had a drink and cake in the cafe...

It’s great when it’s like that enjoy it OP ... snap a couple of pictures Quick to remind you on the days when they are fighting ...

That’s so lovely op. Mine are like a scene from WWE if I look away for 3 seconds.

Nice!!!

Make sure you TELL them why when they are eating it later. And tell other people in front of the boys - they were so good playing together the other day... Reinforce the reward!
It's good to stay in and play with toys, and learn to deal with not being 'entertained'. If you can crack this then school hols will not be terrifying.

I used to nanny 4 kids, including twins and I dreaded the holidays, they just fought constantly. I couldn't leave them for more than 5 minutes and they'd be knocking seven bells out of each other. On the very very rare occasion they played nicely or were considerate, I always made a big deal about it. Didn't make a blind but of difference though! Glad you've had a peaceful storm

I had a family round of applause for their good behaviour and told my dh when he got home how good they have been. Hopefully he will have an easier half term with them.