Good Days Are When....

• Beth says "Thank you Mummy" in 2 languages when I serve dinner.
• Beth says "Mummy, you're a great cooker (cook)/chef!", like last night when I hastily put together an inspired baked pasta with button mushroom, chopped fresh tomato, Heinz pumpkin soup and loads of Parmesan on top.
• Beth says "I love you Mummy!"
• Beth grins at me in her special way and kisses me for no reason (Lesson to learn: why do you need a reason to kiss a loved one?).
• Beth says "Ok, Mummy" in complete cooperation when asked to do something.
• Beth turns off the TV on her own after we reach an agreement that she can watch one programme and after that she must have her bath.
• Beth is done showering and sits down for dinner as per schedule in Mummy's head - without any fight.
• Beth is ready for bed by 9.30 instead of past 10 or 11 pm, and wakes up next morning ready for another day of school, instead of lying in bed throwing tantrums and refusing to get into her uniform.
• Beth shows recognition of simple words. Wow.