How about sex after just giving birth? My co-worker was horrified to walk in on that! 
But what we thought of as cute little stories of what she had done, said, etc. she felt that we were making fun of her. Basically, we had to refrain from telling people about it when she was around. I guess we basically had to respect her feelings until she outgrew this stage. And yes, this stage shall also pass. Good for you to recognize the need to address it. And Katie may just be a child who does not like to call attention to herself. With my DD, we just kept enrolling her in the various activities that she requested until we finally found some that she excelled at. That was the only way to develope her selfesteem. My DD is just about 12 now and doing very well both in school and socially. It was a lot of worry for me and heartache when other kids hurt her feelings, but all you can do is listen, respect her feelings and offer support. I hope that helps!
for you and Katie as you deal with everything this week. Hope that headache has moved on too! 
Hi Beth, . I am sure you will guide her through as best as you can .
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I just know that you will help Katie get through this. 
and BIG HUGS to a great mom and daughter! I wish I had some suggestions for you--my ds has always been a bit tooooooo outgoing for his own good. Katie seems like such a darling little girl, and I, personally, can relate to her sensitivities. It's so hard at her age to understand people's intentions, and even harder when it's your child who's in pain. I'm sending my best wishes to your little sweetie--such a tender heart. 
to all. Beth you are so hard on yourself. You are NOT pathetic, you are just having a bad day. I hear you wish sister because I am there too.
Tomorrow will be better for both of us I promise.
Please don't be so hard on yourself. You are NOT pathetic at all. You are an amazing woman! You are a caring and loving mom, a wonderful wife, an excellent daughter, and a great friend. I know that I speak for many when I say that I am blessed to have you in my life and to call you my friend.
That is great news! 
. I'm glad to hear that your tests all look good. I think it must be something in the air because my DS has been especially difficult the past couple of days. I don't know if it is because he feels sick or what but yesterday we had a go around about wearing a jacket to school. The other day he ended up grounded from his video game, not allowed to play outside, and in bed early all from seperate episodes . I'll have to pay close attention to his diet and see if I can see any patterns. He is usually a very easy going child. for a terrific Wednesday, Beth! Take good care of you 
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I can think of many, many words to describe you: loving, kind, devoted, inspirational, determined, generous...oh, I could go on and on. You certainly are not pathetic. But you know what, I think there are days we all feel that way. You have been overwhelmed lately, trying to juggle so much--I bet at times you feel just emotionally and physically exhausted. My goodness, I know I would (and unlike you, I'd really be whining about it!) I am so inarticulate when it comes to providing words of comfort, but I hope you know how much I admire you for your strength, courage and loyalty. 
when I read all the wonderful responses to my journal. I can't thank you guys enough. You are the best. I am going to start taking my B complex vitamins again. I'll see if it make a differance. I just don't see what I can cut out of my schedule. I am also going to try to be in bed by 10 pm S-TH.
