Hello again, everyone.

I had my usual Saturday evening get together with my sister and am pleased to report that I didn't even once have to raise my voice and practically shout "Let me talk!" I don't think she even interrupted me very much, or twist my words around so she could start an argument.

This is the first time in 2 years of Saturday evenings that this has happened. I'm somewhat amazed. She isn’t necessarily listening much better, but she’s definitely reigning in her need to dominate the conversation.

So, it looks like my repeated pushing her to let my voice be heard is paying off. (It was timely, too, because one of the TV show episodes we watched last night had a running theme about one of the main character's not letting other people talk.) I hope things keep progressing like this as I think I can say that last night was the first I’ve spent with her that was pleasant throughout, and I didn't go home frustrated.

She even asked me how I’m doing early in the evening and I don’t think she’s ever asked me this in my entire life.

Tonight, the whole family gets together, as is usual on Sunday evenings, so we’ll see if these developments continue.

--Ceara1010