Idiot Son: Ramblings of a Lonely Black Conservative

Ramblings' Journal | 2.11.03 | Michael King

[mhking]

Just damn.

How the hell do I deal with that?

[mhking]

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[GRRRRR]

Don't worry about it MHK...I get the same from my step-mother...she's still whining about Floriduh and Bush41...she thinks it NOT ok to wear fur because it kills animals but it's OK to murder American BABIES...

Hugs dude....

[Former Proud Canadian]

It may be hard, but you are dealing with it. Keep up the good work.

[Blueflag]

I share your experience with my mom in areas of faith in God. It's so painful to talk about it, and she's the one who brings it up so often.

Just be patient, loving, principled, steadfast and firm. A history of strongly-held values backed by valid and sound arguments has helped a lot.

It's tough when it's your parents.

[NeonKnight]

Sounds like you handled it fine. Never argue with your parents. Always make them think they are right. You may know differently, but that is not issue when it comes to family.

[JRandomFreeper]

I finally had to tell Dad that if he was so damnned smart, he shouldn't have a problem with his computer.

They are in their 70s now, and much less willing to be rude like that. And that's what it is. It's just rude.

We've been able to have a much smoother relationship since I've drawn the line, and since they are getting older.

/john

[secretagent]

You put me there. Thanks!

[aruanan]

Idiot Son: Ramblings of a Lonely Black Conservative

But we love you!

[Howie66]

Man, I know how you feel! Hang in there, my friend. You are NOT alone and every day that passes you will see that you are RIGHT! People are indeed coming around. It just takes some a little more time than others. Just be patient, of good cheer and keep your faith. This will all work out in the end.

[jackbill]

It makes me wonder if it's all worth it.

Yes it is. Keep it up. Be respectful, drop a hint from time to time and just maybe you'll get through to them.

[CoolGuyVic]

I know how ya feel. I still get lectures at 30 and thankfully my good upbringing keeps me from telling old dad where to shove it.

Keep up the good fight.

[decimon]

"You can pick your friends but not your relatives!"

But if you could pick your parents then it's obvious you would pick the ones you have. You are dealing with it.

[AdamSelene235]

I usually respond that now more than ever the country needs balanced debate. It is unfortunate that the left, prefers to demonize a single man rather than address the serious issues at hand with real solutions.

[swheats]

It's worth it, and I get the same treatment. Makes me not want to go around the family. It's one thing to disagree with a stranger, it's another to live in that mode with the family, who in large degree have a completely different belief system than I do.

Thanks for sharing.

[Humidston]

How the hell do I deal with that?

I give you Re-Joyce's phone number and your parents can call her? BTW, Joyce is in her late 60's and backs down for NO man! Her logical arguments would probably be better appreciated by your parents since you're just a "kid" in their eyes.

I'm serious as a heart attack... Joyce will evangalize like nobody I've ever heard! You let me know. She LOVES to "engage" others.

[VRWC_minion]

I'm white and I have the same conversation with my parents whenever politics comes up.

[cmsgop]

LOL!!!! I Love it! Ahh the Family.......

I get this too from my Dad about the economy. He says Bush is History in 2004. Then I go into facts and poll #s. It's kinda Fun for me..

[LibKill]

One has to put up with a certain level of bs from one's parents. You have to decide where to draw the line.

You are not obligated to fix the computer problems of people who insult you.

[Rocky]

Pretty ironic. They call the "idiot son" to get help on the computer.

Old ways are hard to change. Stay cool. They may never change, but as long as you stay cool, they will never have any justification for calling you an "idiot". It may dawn on them eventually that you have persisted as a voice of reason.