Wow, Amazedmom, I really really don't know what I'd say to my MIL if she asked me something so ridiculous and rude. Oh, please don't talk about your child! WT?? (I would wonder whether to show up.) frown

Ds9 really impressed some folks over thanksgiving, but we got mainly wondering and polite comments on how mature he is and a real delight to chat with - 'he really communicates like an adult!'. (Of course this causes issues among other 9 year olds, but it was nice to hear.)