Normalcy

You know, the older I get, the more I learn to appreciate just how normal my parents are.

When I was growing up, I always felt loved, safe at home, and taken care of. My parents sent me to good private schools rather than Detroit public schools.

They didn't abuse me or push me into programs to nourish my development. I was just able to be a kid and do kid things.

When I see kids and adults today who are in therapy or will need therapy because they are fundamentally screwed up due to parental foul ups, I thank God I had it so good.

Of course, that means I have no excuses for failure and can't blame my parents for my shortcomings.

Come to think of it, thanks a freaking lot for that, mom and dad! Who am I supposed to blame now for mistakes? Me??!!