This week's material is difficult to read.  And by that, I mean it hits home.

I like to think that I have a pretty good marriage, but with the introduction of a child into the madness, I'm more than just a little worried about what affect this will have on my marriage.

I am very very blessed to come from a great family with two great parents, so I am fortunate to have a good foundation to stand on.

I think I'm going to call my Mom now....

Teenagers

Being the age of 27, I would like to think I have a little perspective on the Teenager's plight.  After this week's material, I think I'm screwed.

I don't remember being that complicated.  Was it really that bad?

Parenting never gets easier does it?

This weeks discussion of parenting style hits really close to home.  My wife and I have been reading baby books, and of course everyone has their opinion and their unwavering reasons why everyone else is wrong and probably damaging their child beyond hope.

Craziness.

When I think about my childhood and my friends childhoods and all of the associated parenting styles, well quite frankly, we all turned out ok.  You do your best, and pray for the rest.  That said, "If you fail to plan, you plan to fail."

Like so many other things, its about balance, and being able to make the right decision in the moment.

All this discussion of child development has kind of got me freaking out a bit.  Being new to the fatherhood game, Im more than just a little weighed down by the responsibility this new life is bringing with it.

How much TV is too much?
How many sugary treats can I spoil him with before its a problem?
What school system do we use?
How young is too young to start ... ?

Its a lot to consider, which the Parents of the world are all ready quite aware of.

Well, I guess I turned out ok, so there's hope.