I have three sons. Ever since I have been married, my dream was to have children that will grow up to be good citizens and respectful to me. When my boys were born, they would cry when ever they needed something. I would always say I wish they could tell me what they want with out making so much noise. Every no-and-then my wife would say be careful what you wish for. Once the boys start talking I could have an intelligent conversation. Yes we have conversation with my boys toady but the know it all. I am always wrong to them or not right. I seem to be intruding or not doing things according to their standards. I am my children's parent, it means I am more important than their friends.
I am never in the mood for an argument. I just want my boys to learn in life and not get hurt. My oldest son Peter is going to university in September 2013. He is now getting all his paperwork together and has applied to a number of schools for acceptance. From his behavior and his likes, I have always known where his calling is. In all the years we would talk and I would ask him to get involved with certain thing in school and the community, he would always answer a very emphatic "NO".
There are some people that lead their lives and let their children act and do whatever. This is not me!.. My children are my investment in life and the better they do, the better I do! I am not an ogre, just a parent that wants his children to end up successful. The lyrics from the song It's my life and I'll do what I want!"should have nothing to do with me and my boys, at least as long as I am paying the bills.
Every child wants to flap his or her wings and I do not begrudge them the right to do so. Just please do not do anything that will screw up your life and mine!