It's been a day.

The most significant events today are not really bloggable; but they have left me frustrated and angry and sad. I am left to contemplate:

• the damage done by inconsistent and unarticulated expectations;
• spontaneous, short-sighted decisions which demonstrate control and power, more than any true concern for "the best interest of the child;"
• the impact of economic climate on individual circumstances... and when it becomes the latest and most convenient excuse to avoid charitable giving;
• how "perfect love casts out fear," and when the reverse can also be true.

I have also had a headache since roughly 5:00 this morning, and this is not helping. I'm going to bed.