If you are a parent of a small child, becoming friends with a parent of an older child has a ton of benefits that you’ve probably yet to sit down and think about. It is safe to say that doing this is beneficial and this article fills you in on all of the important details that you should know. Are you ready to make a new friend?

Key Takeaways:

• Our older son is 4 and sometimes a bit of a drama king. When we “make a fight” as he says, it’s exhausting and dispiriting.
• I try not to get too bogged down in mourning my children growing up. It is a privilege to have children who grow and thrive.
• It’s important to society in general that we get out of our proverbial lanes and take the time to speak with people who know more than we do.

“Our older son is 4 and sometimes a bit of a drama king. When we “make a fight” as he says, it’s exhausting and dispiriting.”

http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/1129351/four-reasons-why-you-should-make-friends-with-the-parent-of-an-older-kid