March 10 - Today is the 10 year anniversary of Ian's potty training weekend. I have this [wild child] photo framed and right outside the downstairs bathroom.

March 19 - I planned on Ian getting quality time with some horses, but he is stuck like glue to all the dogs. These are Otis and Willow, the Great Pyrenees that guard the farm

March 23 - Ian and I had a fight yesterday. It was a classic situation of him wanting to stunt like he's grown but have the protections and accommodations of being a child. He's still not speaking to me this morning. And this photo came up in my memories and made me smile.

March 23 - Ian was infatuated with the Great Pyrenees and the Newfoundlands. Really every dog we found was his new best friend. I think it did his soul good.

March 23 - Ian had a really rough Monday at school, centered on middle school interpersonal bullshit. Honestly, many of the challenges he faced will be the same for adults in his life. I took him to Doumar's and we talked about how we can't change how other people act and we can be the best version of ourselves.

March 30 - Ian came to me late last night with a safety concern for one of his friends and we sprung into action. I'm so proud of him for recognizing a friend in need and finding an adult to help him. I'm also proud of my fellow moms for being great resources and proud of the Norfolk police department for being reassuring sweethearts.