I am in love with the Judge Not blog. It really puts a finger on a lot of the issues I'm confronting. Nice to hear you stopped by AVN - hope one of the stars you visited with was my daughter (Dana, The Internet's Girlfriend). She is one of the most authentic and honest people I've ever known, my shining beacon as I plot my escape from corporate life. Was it all about the parenting? I'm not sure. We did our best to provide a nurturing, positive, & honest environment, however her spirit and in-your-face independence was evident from the crib. I have always been proud of her and I'm proud of her now. If you were to meet her in a bookstore you would be impressed by her intelligence & kindness, more than the pretty package. It burns me that I can't share my pride with everyone I know - experience has shown they'd be freaked out & draw senseless conclusions about her, me, and the rest of our family, to the extent my (currently necessary) employment could be jeopardized. (I
am plotting my escape!!!
) Anyhow, I've been reading your blog for about 18 months and you haven't shocked me yet & I find your views refreshing and sensible. Maybe not everyone's cup of tea....
I'm enjoying your adventure. Thank you!!