Gifted Issues Discussion homepage Forums General Discussion Is it the weather or what?

Let me preface this by saying that this is not directed at anyone in particular......

I joined this forum because I needed people who understood to bounce ideas off of and get feedback. I feel like I'm stumbling through the dark alot of the time in trying to make the best choices for my son. He alternately fascinates me and scares me.

Lately i've noticed alot of "sniping" going on on these boards and it bothers me. When I ask for opinions, I don't expect everyone to have the same one. This board wouldn't do me a bit of good if you all did! If you post a problem/question on here you have to expect differing views depending on other people's knowledge and personal experience. I don't think there is anyone on here that is trying to be contravers1al just for the sake of a "charge". If you don't want to hear what other people have to say then why post a question?

I value every opinion and suggestion i'm given. I appreciate the opportunity that i'm given here that is virtually nonexistent IRL. I would hate to see this forum turn into some sort of clique where we are identified by opinion.

We all want the same thing, what's best for our kids.
[u]So can we PLEASE all play nice in the sandbox?[/u]

Thanks Shari!

I'll raise my hand and admit this gloomy cold rainy weather is having an impact on me

Looking forward to better weather next week! The sandbox will be much more fun then.

I also think that this might be the season for lots of frustration as we all try to plan the best solutions for our children for next year. A lot of people (myself included) use this board to vent.

I remember back in September/Early October there was a lot of the same thing since many people were frustrated that thier plans were not working out to be expected.

I actually view of lot of the issues as Mama bears all trying to protect their cubs. It's sometimes just instinct. I actually try not to post much when I am angry and frustration about my own family situation.

There is a big difference between venting and go after someone else. Venting is healthy and IMO completely necessary to survival with these kids!