We take DSD to activities that we can do on the weekends, yes she misses those weeks when she's with her mother (although she is with us most weekends) but we accept that... There are activities on the weekends, you just have to search a bit harder.....

I did my thesis of adolescent participation in extracurricular activities..... And I found that those kids who were going out with friends socially were less lonely than those who didn't.... But those who participated in extracurricular activities were no less or more lonely than those who didn't.... While this can't be generalised to everything.... I think it shows that its connection to people that's more important...NOT the stuff you "do".... Quality time....


So.... you know what.... You are doing your very best... That is the most important thing. All the extracurricular activities in the world mean nothing if mum is stressed and worried... And a walk around the block or play date with a friend is far more important than how many activities she does.