I can totally identify with this. Will most likely be taking dd10 to CTY for WISC in August (well that is if I can get an appt? I just mailed in the intake form) on our way back South. My mom thinks it is ridiculous (in general and to go to CTY), but given my experiences (similar to yours it sounds like) I think it is a great investment in her future. (and I think dd10 is prob. optimally gifted, so it really shouldn't even be that difficult to get her needs met compared to say some of the DYS kids here).
