Raising kids is not easy

In today’s world, raising children can be daunting. How do you give the a good moral compass, when there are so many outside influences to corrupt what you teach them? I have taken the honesty approach with my kids. I talk to them about everything. Doesn’t matter if it is sex, drugs, violence, etc… I even talk to them about politics and world events.

I think it helps that I treat them as adults when it comes to our talks. I don’t talk down to them, but I let them know that there are really bad things they can get into trouble for if they are not careful. Certain stuff may seem innocuous, but it isn’t. I totally recommend talking to your kids as if you were talking to a friend and not a child. They are smarter then you think…

Going to the bar

I need a little me time. I asked my neighbor to sit with the kids so I can have a few hours just to myself. I love my kids, but every now and then I need to be in a place where kids are not allowed with only adults to talk to. A little music and a few drinks will help relax me a lot. I really want to play a few games of pool as well. I think I will invite my father to join me since he loves to play pool. =)