That lovely feeling of success

I may have mentioned that we go to see a family counselor every other week. Since spending time watching Marian interact with the family, the counselor has said she doesn't think Marian has Aspergers. A little something, maybe. A lot of strong willed personality, probably.

A big reason we go to see her is so I can learn how to be a better parent to my incredibly diverse children. Well, we started going so I could parent Marian better, but really, its all the same- better techniques for one is better for all! Last visit I was crushed when she told me I was not as consistent as I thought I was. It took a few days for me to be able to look objectively and see that she was correct. I started to work on that. Today, she said there was a huge difference in how the girls were behaving. I don't think I have become that much better in 2 weeks, but I'll take all the complements I can get!

I expect the girls are not at 100% energy levels after being sick last week, or something. They were pretty good today. In 2 weeks we'll see if it was a fluke or not. Either way, it sure feels good to impress your therapist!

On the unhappy end of things, I finally got the van in to get it looked at. I know we are leaking radiator fluid, and I know its been going on for about 6 months. It's only in the last week that it was leaving actual evidence of said leakage. That means I can't ignore it anymore. So it is at the shop and we are delighted that our AR tax return hit the bank today. We already know where it will be going!