I cannot think of any experience happier than watching a bright child develop.

except that of watching a dull or disabled child managing to outreach their expected potential, perhaps? We were extremely lucky with our children and tok great joy in their development, but we came rather to expect it. Our neighbours had a brain damaged child who overcame great odds to become literate and numerate. They also took great joy particularly in the unexpected triumphs. I must admit that I would not change places however for one minute.

Rod