Parenting: What's the matter?

The handbook on how to raise a child.  If there ever was such a thing... Yet, we all know that girls and boys are generally taught different gender roles.

In my book "Tell-tale signs of a train wreck," I expound on some of these roles, and the consequences of failure to fulfill them.

My focus has since shifted to the upbringing of my own child.  My goal is to teach him the importance of developing and maintaining strong family ties, while encouraging his individuality, independence, and perseverance; attributes that I possess myself, which makes it easier for me to lead by example.

One day, he will meet a young lady and fall in love.  I want him to be equipped with the self-esteem and other tools necessary to nurture and provide for his own family, so as to ensure his manly competence; that's my job, as a parent.  It's a matter of fact, a matter of life, and a matter maturation.

Mommy loves you, Gabe!

A Veteran's PTSD Thanks!

Today, I was informed that our wonderful military, responsible for fostering a less than favorable working environment for me for nearly FOUR (4) excruciating years, has 100% denied any role in the PTSD diagnosis of a certain service member during military tenure.

From this blatant disregard, it appears that repeated sexual harassment and discrimination of many types are excusable, acceptable, and those who resist will continue to be black-balled... That it's okay-especially if another trauma occurred prior to enlistment and no treatment or diagnosis was ever established-to retaliate against individuality. "What ever happened to "accountability," I say!

Anywho, Thanks a bunch U.S. Military!!!  At least, now I know that the maltreatment I endured was never my fault, and that it is indeed okay for me to be smart AND pretty ;-)

To my beloved active-duty and veteran victims: HANG IN THERE!  You'll overcome the oppression, at some point. Stay strong & God Bless.

Come back to see me, soon! Tootles!!!