February 6th

I asked Joel for any wisdom he might have regarding perfectionism and frustration. He suggested reminding kids that being good at something requires practice. So they can relax as they learn because it's just practice, not the real thing.

Let me know how it goes!

Ben and Daniel seem to be developing a very good friendship.

We packed a wagon full of food and tents and toys and everything we could possibly need (and more) to go to the Tree Park, but then I had to abort the adventure. Joel's phone picked this day of all days to crap out, and he needed my phone to recover his phone. Because it's the day his brother died.

Such is life.

Wishing you a peaceful weekend.