When I look around, and think about what I see of the modern 'family', it seems that few of us were raised by Mom, Dad, the dog and the John Deere riding lawn mower .

'Family' is a choice, and an effort, nothing more.  And you've got a whole host of somewhat eccentric, but certainly loving, "aunts" and "uncles" who are here if you need us.

Hey hun, Checked back today and found you posted Though it's understandable as to why you haven't.

Raising children is rough regardless of who you are to them or what you've done yourself. You are a good man from what I've taken from your blogs and honestly believe that you'll try your damnedest to teach them the values some families with both a mother and father cannot offer or will not provide.

Good luck!

i wouldnt imagine raising kids is ever easy.  and no one's perfect.  i suppose you just do what you have to do, but I owuldnt be so hard on yourelf.  i truly doubt you are as devoid or morality as you think you are.  if nothing else, those totally devoid of morals do no realize that they are/think that they are/want to be that which they are not.

but what do i know.  good luck.  and just..um, hope for that silver lining to reveal itself?

bri

That is the exact reason why I am not parenting my children right now.  I wish I had some advice for ya.  All I can think of...love them.  That's really all they need.

I love you and miss you.   It was great to chat with you the other day.  I'm glad you are ok.  Hope to talk to you again soon.