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[quote=Anonymous]Thank you for everyone's input - especially the positive supporters! A few things to clear up:

- We bought our AP a new alarm clock when she first moved in.
- We also gave her an iPhone (in which we pay for)...which also has alarm capabilities.
- Our 3.5 yr old goes to preschool 5 days a week (half days). 
- We gave the AP a car to use to pick up our daughter from school and she is allowed to use the car as much as she wants.
- We even recently enrolled our 3.5 yr old in gym classes once a week to add an additional activity.
- For Christmas, we bought our AP new winter boots, uggs, gloves, and winter hats. She also has two coats.

- I suggested she take the kids to the library once a week (which is 5 minutes away) but she said it can be difficult taking two kids. I guess I can understand that but not sure how to take that at the same time..

- I know I said our AP gave rude vibes but also is nice which may have sounded confusing. I do think she is a nice human being but what I meant was I question whether she has a loving personality and passion specifically to take care of kids. I know her goal is to live in the US. I apologize if I'm not doing the best job explaining this.

My 3.5 yr old just started having meltdowns. Never went through terrible twos and has always been known amongst friends and relatives to be a really well behaved child. Sure, she's never perfect but she is not a "terrible kid".

- I love the AP program and the experience it offers. Perhaps I'm being too hard on her and need to give it time? This is our first experience in the program and I just don't know what to expect.

- I appreciate the advice on being more direct in terms of schedule. I'm going to do that! Thanks everyone!

***P.S.....Is anyone a part of any Host Family groups?

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