Shane's reached an age where I try to hang back a lot more. I want to be involved and have fun with him, but I want him to develop some independence and learn how to interact with other kids more. Shane needs chances to make mistakes, have conflicts, and work them out himself. I want to be close enough if needed, but not so close he looks to me to do it for him.
It's funny how the parenting game keeps evolving.
What Shane needs is another kid the same age to run around with (cool parents a plus). I don't have the energy to keep up or manufacture excitement all the time.
Here's to hoping we find a few local ones in kindergarten. Class starts in 9 days.
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