Thin line

Being a mom is really hard at times, or most of the time for me. At least that's how it feels. We are always on the line of doing what's right and going the easy route.

Youngest had a really hard week a couple weeks ago and I don't know what is going on with his behavior. It could be just getting older or it could be that his teachers want him to do more on his own. He is the baby at home, so why should he have to do anything on his own at school? This is my fault.

Youngest struggles with social skills and while I am thrilled when the neighbor kids ask him to come out to play, I still feel like I need to watch what he does and says. Most of the neighbors "get" him and play accordingly but some don't and it is causing ME major anxiety issues. I have been stepping back and letting him go at it with the kids because he needs to learn to play well with others. If you have a kid that is not socially appropriate, this is really tough to witness. Or not witness as I am hiding in the back room.

Youngest and I had a good night a couple nights ago, he did well with neighbors and while I was going thru Youtube to watch music videos, he came in, sat with me and critiqued my upcoming running list with some good suggestions. While he may not be the best at dealing with friends his age, he knows how to get to me.

Youngest, this is for you:

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