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[quote=Anonymous]I've gotten a lot of great advice and learned from the experiences of others, on this Board.
Hard to say when DCUM was right - bc often there is not one clear answer.  But at their best, DCUM parents share valuable information, and post their honest opinions that can help you decide for yourself.
Seen lots of great advice about how to get started with the process, and things to keep in mind.  Creating a sincerely balanced list for example.  And letting your child lead - especially in the later stages (everyone's situation of how much help to lend is I think appropriately different).
There's definitely snark - me too -  and definitely trolls/hateful people, who benefit from anonymity.
The worst parts for me are when a thread gets coopted by political stuff on both sides, or snide comments about race, or meanness.
Maybe the funniest are the rare time when a parent posts about their special child and how they are entitled to their definition of "the best", and isn't receptive to the advice of more experienced parents.  Not that they should accept it - but humility and respect are beautiful things.
Overall I find this to be a very helpful community.
That's why I check in frequently.  And after April, I sail on to empty nesting...
Thank you all!

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