The PRESIDENT of the United States believes that his children’s grandmother is important enough in their lives to invite her to move into the WHITE HOUSE! We, in the US, now have a “FIRST GRANDMOTHER” as part of the WHITE HOUSE family. Some people think that the extended family is necessary. In fact, this is an inspiration for others to follow Barack’s lead and adopt Grandma. John Berman, ABC News did an article on the soon-to-be FIRST FAMILY commitment to family values.
Barack Obama believes in setting an example not only for his children, but also for the community to see how extended families provide support and stability in a child’s life. The relationship between a grandparent and a grandchild is a complete and separate entity, and should not be viewed as a threat to the parent-child relationship, but rather as an asset. A bonus. There was a time when parents gratefully accepted a grandparent into their child’s life. There was a time when parents depended on the support and assistance of grandparents. There was a time when parents thought that grandparents were necessary and vitally important, “ESSENTIAL” as Dr. Carson refers to. Allowing the relationship between grandparents and grandchildren to flourish without interference is the sign of a selfless and trusting parent.
SIGNS, SIGNS, everywhere, for all to see, especially broken families.
Besides the first family sending such a loud and clear message …
Radio personality Dr. Laura advised a mother contemplating a long-distance move, hoping to get a better job, not to do so by leaving her extended family behind. He explained that the lack of access to an important and valuable support system “is like losing your life preserver.” Well said. “
