Discussion»Questions»Human Behavior» In ways large and small we all have the ability to leave the world a little better place for our having been here. How do YOU do that?
Really the only significant thing I've done is raising my son. He's very respectful, caring and giving. He earned his own money shovelling snow this year and he spent it all on Christmas presents for everyone. He makes an effort in school and he does way better than II ever did. He's got good manners and he wouldn't hit another kid back even if I told him to because he didn't want to hurt anyone. I feel like the time I put in to raising him was worth it and he's just a better kid than I was in general. I think leaving him behind is making the world a slightly better, kinder place for the people who meet him. I love him very much.
Your reply is the same as mine. Whatever I may have contributed to the world, it is my son that is the most significant/worthwhile. I have no doubt about that. I think many parents feel as we do or should. Otherwise the child is cheated and not being loved as he/she deserves to be loved. Thank you for your thoughtful and very sweet answer. Just as an aside. My son is now in his 50's and has long since had his own life. He lives in Hawaii and I live in California so seeing him happens infrequently. Find other things to fill your life my friend. Perhaps a someone with whom you can share your life who is deserving of you. Seriously. When they say "don't put all your eggs in one basket" they do so for a reason. If your son is all you live for the burden you place on him will be unfair. Just an observation. In fact I'm going to ask that question Truthseeker.
Benedict Arnold 