Well Moo,
When it comes to mothering, I think my son's preschool had wise words of advice:

You get what you get, and you don't get upset.

Actually, being upset can be a gift if you take the time to journal or vent to a good friend what your memories and experiences were with yourself or other gifted people you knew in your younger days.

Smiles,
Grinity

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