Once again Katie has a restless night... talking, sitting up, and going to the bathroom... all in her sleep. At 4:15 AM she sat up wide awake and was done sleeping... so we both decided to get dressed and eat some breakfast before leaving this morning.
Unfortunately that didn't happen as we had planned. Once Katie got up and dressed herself, she suddenly became caustic and mean spirited... sassing me, complaining about everything, slamming chairs, doors, and household items... and was very very angry. Momentarily I got caught up in it, feeling myself getting more and more angry at her... but then I took a big breath, began the tools I have learned (CCL: Calmer, Closer, and Lower the voice) and emotionally stepped away from the situation. I recovered myself well despite the fact that Katie kept "going off" at me. She continued to whine and slam things once we got in the car and wouldn't eat her breakfast. About 1/2 way into the drive... in the same breath... she suddenly flipped... her voice volume and tenure changed and she went from "I HATE THIS BAGEL... I DIDN'T WANT IT... THIS SUCKS..."... to.... (very sweetly) "Thank you mom for this bagel, even if it's too brown. I love you. Are we almost there yet?" She changed so fast it made my head spin. I made note of it and asked her..."You seem to suddenly be in a better mood. What changed?" She sweetly said that she didn't know, and continued to eat her breakfast. OOOookaaaaay....
We got to the hospital 45 minutes earlier than usual, so we went to the cafeteria and drank some hot chocolate and played a card game. She had a delightful time and was the honey-girl I so love. At 7:30 we put our cards away and went up to the clinic where she greeted everyone cheerfully, gave me a kiss, and walked into class.
So here I am in the parent's room wondering what happened this morning... but glad for whatever it was.
Will finish this later today as always.
Chow 4 Now.
Susan
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