Help doing what is best for The Children

[Ready2Change]

Journaling:

I arrived at the school. MsR2C arrived at school 2 minutes behind me. I find out D7 is sick and leaving. MsR2C looked concerned that I was there.

S9 and I spoke in private. Listened and validated. S9 said he got a spanking from mom. Also said mom is trying to take them away from me again.

I then went to kids therapist to make an appointment.(they have not been for months) MsR2C had already set one up for today.

I went back at the appointment time, gave all the kids hugs and validated that it was good to see the Dr. about this issue.

Therapist called me to set appointment. He did this while S9 listened. He said not to allow them to fight. He said not to tolerate bad language. He said to call him if this happens. He also stated that I should call the police if this happens in the future. I will be going in next Thursday.

Previous recommendation from therapist was to let the kids fight unless there is blood or broken bones.

I plan on asking T "I would like to understand why you changed your recommendation about letting them fight"

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On a good note, S10 Basket ball game starts in 30 minutes, so I get to see kids. I am going dancing after that sporting my new hair cut...