I have what one might say a "modern family" which as one of ten children can have its ups and downs. And I know that we are heading into Thanksgiving season and then Christmas but I really am thankful for each and every one of them. We definitely do not get along a lot of the time and could maybe make a David Sedaris book on the episodes of our life stories but not for one minute would I replace that for anything else in the world.
On the other hand, while I was growing up I was not so proud of what I believe to be my most cherished asset in life. This has been hurting me so much lately as I have been working with some very low socio-ecomic children. I almost feel guilt that I didn't realize what I have and see that they do not realize what they don't have in life.
I often hear adults say, "I grew up poor, but I didn't know we were poor until I was an adult." I think that was probably more likely to happen before TV and advertising became so prevalent.
ReplyDeleteI think one can grow up poor but rich with the love of family and friends. On the other hand one can grow up poor or well off in a dysfunctional family and be miserable. I vote for rich with love of family and friends every time!
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