I recently came out of the closet to my parents about my lack of theistic beliefs. They weren't happy about it, but they've been respectful (except for the birthday gift of a dozen religious books, but I digress..). My mom's in town helping out with our new baby, and she wants to take my 2 year old to church. She's done it before, but that was prior to my coming out as an atheist. At my toddler's age, I think it's probably harmless. Once he gets older, maybe around 5, I'll probably ask refuse to let him go anymore. I suspect I'll get the predictable "Let him go and figure things out for himself"...5 year olds don't "figure it out"...they emulate and internalize what their parents believe, so spare me that angle. Question is, should I just tell her, today will be the last time I allow this
2007-12-15
11:53:47
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Kary L
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