It seems that Brandt's behaviors are more in check when he is able to spend quality time with his dad often, something that is not easily accomplished because of how much Bryce works and how hard it is for him to be patient with the kids. This week when we attended Brandt's counseling session with him, Bryce recommitted to taking time out for buddy in hopes that we can create more peace in our home. Brandt was super excited to start things off with a science experiment to grow crystals from a little kit he and I found at Family Dollar. The instructions said that the crystals should form within a few hours, but it took much longer than that-like almost a week. For buddy it was worth patiently waiting for because he enjoyed checking for progress each day and was so happy to see the end result. He was so proud that he and his dad had done it together. For me it seemed symbolic of the relationship I'm trying to encourage between the two of them. It isn't something that happens quickly after completing one project together or reading one bedtime story together. It is going to take a lot of patience, love, and time, but in the end it will be a lot more valuable than dollar store crystals.
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