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There are solutions! We simply have to take it upon ourselves to serve as shining examples of what we believe to be the right way to live.
Parenting - When we had our first kid, the wife and I decided that one of us would stay home with them, that no one other than us would be responsible for raising our kids. Our finances have suffered tremendously, but it is more important to be there for the kids than to have a house and better cars.
As a result our children are always pointed out as examples of how to behave by teachers and whenever our kids have playdates, the other parents ask how we raised such thoughtful and well mannered children. It's no secret. You simply have to be there everyday and instill real discipline (as opposed to the spineless discipline afforded by nannies, day-care workers and teachers.)
Mind/mood altering medication for kids - NEVER EVEN CONSIDER IT
Inflation - you got me there.
The Movies? I'm working on it;)
Relationships - Been married 10 years. We tease and play, but never really fight, have no hint of jealousy and always show respect for each other. The kids see what a healthy,happy relationship looks like and will hopefully emulate it.
Stupidity - Show off your intelligence on a regular basis. Educate everyone you can. Make it cool to know as much as possible. Several here call me a pompous ass - While this is hardly the goal, it doesn't bother me in the least, because no one will ever call me stupid.
It's all about being the example instead of giving in to the state of things!
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"Little, vicious minds abound with anger and revenge, and are incapable of feeling the pleasure of forgiving their enemies."
Earl of Chesterfield
"A man that studieth revenge keeps his own wounds green, which otherwise would heal and do well."
Francis Bacon
Last edited by Roderick Usher; 02-22-2007 at 08:54 AM.
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