One other thing. For those that read Outliers, do you remember how he mentioned that the children from more upper levels of income had more entitlement feelings -- to call it something -- and so went for opportunities.
A new neighbor at the beach, a teacher of 20 years, made the comment to me that DD always asks what a word means if she doesn't know it, or asks the person (even if an little know adult) to explain what they spoke about, if unfamiliar. She told me that she asks questions that even 5th and 6th graders don't ask. I think that comment made more confident of her path than anything. She is curious but also is aggressive to have the answers.
So despite my meltdown when she didn't get into Hunter, I realize she has some very good habits that will help her succeed.
Ren
