Dear Sage I haven't posted on this board for the longest time so forgive if it sounds like an intrusion. Just adding to good advice that you already have about the quality adult time. it is v important. I have naiively imagined that if I knew back when I first had children what I know now I would have avoided lots of problems. The fact is clear now that I wouldn't have avoided the problems but could have handled them better. You have a fantastic ability to deal with problems - but there will always be another one. I love your positive spins.