We had a lot of time in the car together on our trip. At one point N was really bothering M – touching her even though she kept asking her to stop. Finally, she said, "N, what you are doing is wrong. You cannot touch me without consent." Without missing a beat, he said, "OK, well what if I give you some consent? Then can I touch you?"

He has been very funny lately but also a bit sassy, as M would say. He's pushing back a lot and asserting his desires. It is a challenge.

A has exams starting on Thursday. Ugh. She had her first two play rehearsals the last two nights and is tired but seems to like the cast.

M started school again yesterday and is back to the grind.