Olivia

> Date: Wed, 29 Mar 2000 21:16:06 EST
> From: HPaulson5@...
Karen wrote:
Not only have I experienced a less than wonderful week as a parent,
>but it has been a rather bumpy month for my oldest , & it has been difficult
>at times to handle him. As he nears his 6th b-day, he is becoming more
>likely to challenge rules, and has begun being smart-alec at times,too. >>

Karen, I hear you about attitude changes. Between ages 6 and 7 I have seen
a change in my son from family-orientation to peer-orientation, even while
homeschooling. Every age has its ups and downs, I guess.
I wish you a smoother month in April!

Olivia