However, I certainly have felt "alone" (especially at the beginning of this journey), so I love the idea that we would be among others who have shared similar experiences.
Sometimes I feel as if DYS is more for me than for my kids at this point. I have made friends in the group and lean on them heavily for support, advice, and general friendship. Sometimes I feel a little selfish about it, to be honest...
But I remind myself that a happy mommy usually leads to happy kids, and that the help and advice I get trickles down to what I do with the children. They get the benefits, though usually filtered through me.
As our YS and potential future YS get older, I'm hopeful that they'll be able to take greater advantage of what the program offers through the more direct means.
