Making Choices

Often this topic has evoked a feeling of irritation to the readers. I am accused of trying to keep my boys under my wing for an un-natural length of time and in part, smothering them. I think that teaching my sons that violence and disrespect has no place in a strong, loving man is part of my job. I also think that my sons will turn out much happier in their adult lives if they see other people around them who act and speak without violence. As a mother, I often make choices. They can be as simple as what foods to feed my children or as difficult as choosing to let my son experience something I disagree with and letting him come to his own conclusions based on the upbringing I have given him. We all as parents have to make these choices and the difficulty lies in answering the questions that will inevitably come with honesty. I think that is more difficult than the more common denial or *you are too young to know* attitude that is prevelant. My sons ask me things that are not always happy and pleasant. I try to answer using words they can understand but above all else, with honesty, including my feelings. I don't always like my answers either.

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