Expectations

I expect a parent to be concerned when a child is failing one class and nearly failing another.

I expect a parent to make sure the children are actually attending school and arriving on time.

I expect a parent to refuse to allow individuals with known drug issues to live in the same house with the children.

I expect a parent to make some attempt to hold a job.

I expect a parent to notice when a child is chronically not turning in homework.

I expect a parent to encourage children to read, to learn, to take school seriously.

I expect a parent to care when a child has a painful injury and needs help.

I expect a parent to not take a young child to a sexually suggestive establishment.

I expect a parent to care about the dignity, self-esteem, and safety of all the children.

I expect a parent to actually earn the title, put in the work every day, not just perch languidly on a self-designated pedestal and wait for undeserved praise and attention.

Maybe I need to be more specific.  I expect a good parent to do these things.

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