Validation

In a week filled with family drama, household catastrophes, and oh, yes, standardized tests, Heidi headed reluctantly to the obedience class that she and Lucy are taking. An hour and a half later she arrived home with bright eyes and a big smile. Seems like both of my girls were at the top of the class today-- each received plenty of praise and positive feed back. Hooray for them!

And really? That's usually all it takes to turn a tough time around, at least for a little while.

Noted.