who knows the answer to this. After 15 years I have been the last one standing beside him and continuing to support and believe in him. Never could do the tough love stuff although I joined a support group about it and read a book on it. I just couldn't do it.

I'm trying to be more patient with her and that helps calm her.

Exhibiting patience worked when it was important for me not to get angry about things.

It works but sometimes you have to get tough when dealing with the incompetente actions of jail staff ect, this has been my biggest stress of all.

Kids are kids and must learn by making mistakes, having guidance through those mistakes, and options that are employable. I ask myself if it is really worth a battle and if not I let it go. I apologize if I am wrong because I expect them to do the same. I also do not interfere when they argue because I will not always be there to bail them out and they must learn to not only begin an argument but finish one where everyone is satisfied somewhat.

It's working

Sometimes it works, and sometimes it doesn't.

Always works.

I am working on having patience.

Who isn't trying? :)