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Of course I'd want to on some level, but I'd also want to make sure that even if I helped I'd also be imparting the skills for them to accomplish things on thei

Of course I'd want to on some level, but I'd also want to make sure that even if I helped I'd also be imparting the skills for them to accomplish things on their own. I think I view enabling a child's independence as a parent's most important job, particularly in light of the often random and occasionally capricious nature of death.

chris_wot 13y ago
That's a nice sentiment, but when your child's life is being systematically destroyed by pathologically perverted harassers then you just deal with the situation. Your argument is a little like saying that the best time to teach first aid is when your kid has a gaping chest wound.