2009 - The Craziness Continues (Deux)

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Hey Puppy.

Kids seem to be adjusting. I di pick up little comments every now and then from them which leads me to think they are pretending at times. The youngest definitely wants to do things with me when I am there. Stress is causing some spillover effects on the 16 year old I think - she has been sick more than usual. All I can do is be there for them and encourage them to talk things through - but the girls would rather do that with friends at times. And my son is just like I used to be- if I don't talk about it maybe it will go away (we have been having some good father / son chats recently though).

I have heard on more than one occasion from parents of our kids' friends that there is a definite difference in the house when I am there compared to when W is there. More relaxed when I am around. And it seems that the friends prefer to visit when I am there. Nothing will come of that but it makes me feel good - must be doing something right.