Comments on: August…the dregs of summer…

By: Nicole

Nicole — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 00:11:10 +0000

While reading your blog my mind floated back to my teenagehood. Overall, I thought of myself as a responsible, kind, adventurous teen who got along with my parents. I adored my parents (intermixed with being sooo annoyed by their obvious uncoolness). When I talk with them now about that time period they both say that I was a ‘good’ kid and they did not have many problems with me. Because of our overall warm relationship I have always thought that when my tadpoles grow up into prefrogs, we would also have a pleasant, loving relationship. My son is now 12 and so far he is awesome. There is occasional rude talk (from both of us) but we are doing well. I look forward to watching him grow into a teen along with his friends. And, I am A LOT more confident of his upcoming changes since my husband and I have taken a ‘How to talk with your kids about sex’ class with Dr. Rayne. Thanks for your support and ideas about teens!

By: karenrayne

karenrayne — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 15:25:41 +0000

Thanks, Margaret! It’s so lovely to have supportive comments - really keeps me going!

By: Margaret Pevec

Margaret Pevec — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 15:02:46 +0000

I’m glad you acknowledge adult responsibility and the nuances of personal motivation to do a good job at whatever one does. I sometimes try to imagine a world in which every human were encouraged to pursue their most compelling interests; of parents who were willing to tune into their child’s natural talents and inclinations and support them in that direction. Too many of us, young and older alike, are doing work we don’t particularly enjoy. The culture still supports that, although I hope the tide is turning. Your observations and comments continue to be insightful and thought provoking, Karen, and I appreciate reading your posts every day!