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Hi Michelle and Trisha,
I too, have an only child, his name is Payton. He is 5, and will be 6 at the
end of April. I feel sorry for him when he says he's lonely. It's funny
though, when he does get together with his friends or cousins, all he does is
fight! He doesn't really have a problem with sharing, but it's more that he
wants to be in control of everything they do. He's bossy, and used to having
things his way. His imaginary friends seem to get along with him just fine
;O). I think that we have a special bond that may not be there if he had a
sibling. It's a friendship type bond, we laugh and play games all the time,
we even argue like friends do sometimes, hehe. As hard as he can be to get
along with at times, I'm thankful he doesn't have a sibling! I would much
rather be his playmate, it's very rewarding. We started homeschooling in
Dec., that's when I took him out of ps. We're taking it easy and learning
all the different ways of hs'ing, and finding out what we both like.

-Tracy-

Trisha Sides

Thanks for the comments, I really do enjoy spending time with him and we
do alot together, but sometimes I feel like he wants more than just I can
give. I too was an only child, and I am somewhat of a loner. I have to have
time alone. Gary, seems to always want company he hates being alone. I don't
know if it's just a phase he's going through? or maybe it's just his
personality. What makes it even harder is that he tends to be shy and
self-concious. I tried enrolling him in community programs like karate
(which he loves at home) but he wouldn't participate. I didn't want to force
him.
I think a pen-pal would be a great idea when he can spell or perhaps they
could dictate short notes. Sorry it takes me so long to respond, but I often
don't get time to be online until late. I appreciate the feedback though.
Thanks again
Trisha
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