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Whew.. It's nice to see that you are able to have some free time. I AM finding that today. I kept M busy this morning, and now I am able to spend some time getting work done on the computer, all the while keeping ears peeled to his every move, as he likes playing with the pets (something I'm not keen on right now after the disappearance and strange conversation about our cat).
The time a RAD child seems to consume has been a huge concern for me, since the other two kids in the home still really need time with mom. Bio dd, 15, is more independent and strong willed. She will TELL ME when she needs time. Bio son, 10, does not. He's very mild mannered and quiet and can tend to slip through the cracks if I am not paying close attention to how much time he's given. He's also been in a tailspin, as he was really looking forward to being big brother, not expecting a child that would act as though he hates him. The dynamic between the two has caused such a dilema for me, because I cannot even play cards with the two of them, as bio son is DONE.. He wants nothing to do with M at this point and is actually afraid of him, although he is much bigger than M. He voiced the other day through tears that he fears M is going to hurt ME.
Keeping M busy is something I will have to spend time developing! We are a casual family and so being so structured is taking time to get used to! lol
As far as watching TV.. I go back and forth. I'd like to start letting him, for 30-60 minutes, giving me time to do something else. I have to really watch him though because he just takes more liberties than he should. He tapes so much stuff on the DVR, even after being told not to.. This is why I've stopped the TV watching for now.
Outside, it's in the 100's already . YUCK!
What sort of things do you have them do when outdoor play is not available? We've got legos, moonsand, books and coloring. He gets bored very easily. Today, he'll play for a bit, and then he's on me, hugging me.. I'm trying to teach him that I am in control of the hugging, not him. I will not hug and kiss him on his terms, only mine. But most days, he's on me so much that I don't get a chance to be the invitor. Any ideas??
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