Mostly it was a combo of it being after a long drive, DH having to do work first, some preconceived notions and it getting really late. Butif we hadn't have tried it, we'd have both been grumpy too.

Obviously the answer always will be time to regroup and communication, just wish it didn't take so long sometimes.

We're getting back on track. A gentle reminder of how much good play time we're wasting always helps.

Definitely always a better route than a tantrum.

Have a good weekend