Permission

My 2 year old already knows the roads and when you are approaching home. Of course about 3 blocks away from home, she started screaming "no home" even though we just spent about 4 hours outdoors having fun.
As we approached, screaming got louder and louder. I have to say, I was very neutral that whole time, it was one of the few times that it didn't bother me, I didn't care what my neighbor are going to say or think. I simply was present and I was allowing my daughter to express her frustration.

It was really funny to see her follow my directions with cry and occasional scream. As we got to the elevator, the only thought in my head was "You are full of S**T little one"
I was very aware of her control tactic and I started laughing. As I laughed, she started laughing and our 2 minute ride in the elevator turned from a frustrated child to a happy child.

I believe it's the permission to express that children need very often. As parents, we can allow them to be without giving them control.