Hi Mia,
We spent over $1000 total on 2 rounds of testing (SB5 and Wisc-IV) in which DS hit ceilings and the tester said the numbers were clearly underestimates. It was really very dissatisfying. i really wanted that big number out of the LM, but I'm over it now, because I don't think that would really solve anything anyway because of all the problems with the test and because at >12 he's probably too old anyway. Nonetheless, I continue to crave knowing exactly where DS "fits."
But, frankly, I get more out of this forum than I ever will out of a number. I also found reading Deborah Ruf's book helpful and I am looking forward to reading the book: Exceptionally Gifted Children by Miraca Gross. Reading stories of kids like mine, has been the best therapy for me. I remember reading the chapter on level 4 kids in Ruf's books and just feeling my whole body and spirit relax--"Ah, now this is my life!" I think the stories about the kids speak to me way more than any number!
