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Give Up for Kids

Give Up for Kids
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I heard this advice on the radio and disagreed.  I doubt the guy at the microphone heard me shouting at him in my car.  So I decided to put my concerns out to you.  Listen to the advice he gave to single parents and see if you agree. Let me know.

Give Up for Kids  

How much do you owe your children? I heard a radio pundit advise – “Do not date while you have children at home. You owe it to them to remain free of other entanglements and the emotional difficulties they may create.”

You think?  Is a parent expected to give up something as precious as a close personal relationship over all the years they are raising children?  I can’t agree. 

The love of another adult can add to the joy of life for both the parent and the child. Parents are entitled to live their lives too.

Of course it will take planning and consideration to fit another adult Into your life with your children. But it sure seems worth the effort.

Sometimes the result is greater happiness for everyone. Other times, it does not work out.  Should you be willing to take a chance?

Of course you want to take the time and effort to be sure the other person is who he or she claims to be. Check around and take your time.  And then?

What’s been your experience? Let us know by commenting below. 

We look forward to hearing from you and exploring this subject from your personal point of view.

P.S.   

You can also scroll down past the next few photos and leave your comments right here on this website.  You are always welcome to let us know how you feel about a show or add to the points made.  Thanks for your participation.

[Show #338]

 

Filed Under: Advice and Encouragement, Family and Friendship Tagged With: blended families, parenting, step parents

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  1. Elizabeth Herbert Cottrell says

    October 30, 2022 at

    I agree with you, Annette. Children are likely to model what they see, and if they see you putting a priority on love and healthy relationships, hopefully they will do the same when they start dating.

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    • Annette Petrick says

      October 30, 2022 at

      Teaching by example. Indeed.

      Reply
  2. Joan says

    October 30, 2022 at

    As a young widow at 27
    Initially
    I included family makes ie uncles. but then finishing my college I met fellow students snd dated one including him in daily activities
    With the children
    Later knowing he was not husband material I was extremely selective about who interacted in our lives
    Some were simply dates and movies but nothing serious for years
    It was better fur my
    Happiness to have make companionship

    Reply
    • Annette Petrick says

      October 30, 2022 at

      Companionship is an important factor in a joyful life. A good basis for developing into romantic love, but also needed stand-alone.

      Reply

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