Bunny, I've seen your description of your easy child before in your sig... it makes me smile. My easy child 1 is 9 (almost 10, yikes!) and is also the light of my life. What a study in opposites - he is an absolute joy on a daily basis, so loving, so sweet, so kindhearted. I gotta say that this kid has single-handedly saved my sanity. difficult child was 5 when he was born and had been living with us for 2 1/2 years, long enough for the pipe dream of turning her around to almost die. My parenting confidence was in the gutter. Because of my upbringing and also because of the awful issues with difficult child, I was terrified of having a child of my own. However, I instantly bonded with that little squirmy bundle of joy, and raising him has been both a joy a lifesaver. I truly don't know where I'd be if it weren't for him.
Just thought I'd share. I hope this evening gets better for you.