It has been a day to realize that I'm getting smarter about how to handle some sticky issues with my son and ex. I can't be sucked into the ex's problems. My brother can be pretty tough to talk to, he has very strong ideas about discipline for my son and puts it in rough terms, but I get what he meant. My son needs more reassurance and love than any of my family seems to realize. They all think I should be tougher on him, but I know why he seems to be out of control to them. He's been through things he shouldn't have.
I just feel like I've finally turned a corner and found the right balance, not weak and not overly strict.
My mood is staying well. Thinking of the rest of you