Just wondering if atheists tell their children the fables of Santa, Easter Bunny and the Tooth Fairy. And if you do, why? And if you don't, what do you tell your children when they hear other kids in school talk about what Santa gave them or how much money the Tooth Fairy put under their pillow?
If you don't participate in these fables of childhood tales, do you think your children miss out on something that other children get from these stories? These fables, like others, are basically lies and we shouldn't lie, especially to our children. They need to trust us. But isn't there a fun in anticipating what Santa and Easter bunny will give us? And if your child grows up and decides to believe that God exists, are they actually doing harm to themselves?
What are your thoughts? Would appreciate pure, deep honesty. Thanks!
2007-05-19
15:44:32
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