Raising border collies is not easy.
Raising border collies is also probably a most joyful experience.
I have 2 now.

I don't like posting links, but here's a blog that is constantly encouraging C and I, giving us hope, spurring us on to press on.
Have a read. Have a great read.
threewoofs.blogspot.com/2009/01/remembering-red-dog.html