Becoming a "yes" mom

I want my kids to have an amazing childhood. They have tons of toys, stuffed animals, snacks, movies, clothes and mote. What there isnt a ton of, however, are "yes's". 

I find myself saying "no" more than I should. No, we cant go outside right now. No, dont play with the dirt. No, you cant do that. No, no, no.

So I am making a hard effort to say "yes" as much as I can.

Noah asked to sleep in his new tent, I wanted to say no because he wouldnt sleep. Instead I said yes, but in your room so you can have your animals, clock and nightlight. He ended up not wanting to, so it was a win-win for me.

Today Mason brought me a shoe and started hotting the door. Yes, we can go outside! Mason plopped down in a puddle and Noah asked if he could too. Yes, but remember you'll have to change clothes (he dresses himself when he wakes up and doesnt like taking off what he picked out) 

"Can I fly my plane in the mud?" Sure!

Later today we are making dinosaur teeth and a Lego dino.

She's in there, that mom I want to be, and she's working her way out.