The multiple conversations have all about how lying is never the solution..that it will be worse than the thing he is trying to cover up. We've tryed to explain that we don't know what's going on in his head...and that when he lies it makes us have issues trusting what he says...and we have definitely said (but maybe should reiterate) that we will love him no matter what he says. It's just...I guess it's not sinking in yet. Or the defense mechanism is too strong in him at the moment. It's just driving me bananas.

aeh, I think the lack of a more regular routine is definitely an issue. Luckily, school starts soon - and until then, maybe we can work out a little more of an at home schedule.