I have seen too many stressed-out parents ignore or yell at their children. It certainly isn’t helpful.
It isn’t how I was raised or how I raised mine. Years ago, I saw a poem in your column that addressed the ramifications of bad parenting versus good parenting. From what I’ve been seeing, you should print it again.
Many parents who should read it won’t see themselves in it, but it could help the ones who do. Its message is so important. Thank you.I know the poem you are referring to and I agree it sends an important message for parents. It’s one of many profound poems and essays included in my “Keepers” booklet, which was compiled because so many readers requested reprints of their favorites.
This is just one of the poems, essays and letters that appear in the Keepers booklet. Some are witty, others are philosophical. The topics include children, animals, aging, parenting, death and forgiveness. It can be ordered by sending your name and address plus a check or money order for $8 to Dear Abby Keepers Booklet, P.O. Box 447, Mount Morris, IL 61054-0447. Shipping and handling are included in the price.I have been dating outside my marriage. My husband doesn’t know. It’s nothing serious -- just dinner, drinks and dancing. All the men have been single. I would never go out with a married man.
I don’t want to be unfaithful to my husband; I’m just having a little fun. Do you think a little goodnight kiss would be OK, to show my appreciation?No, I do not. A goodnight kiss would be no more appropriate than dating on the sly has been. A better solution would be for you to teach your husband to dance.
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