[blparent] Whose rules should take precedence?

[Bernadetta Pracon]

In addition to what Jo said, I tend to think that while it's not a good 
thing for other people to push parents around, whether blind or 
sighted, I also think it's unwise and emotionally unhealthy to just 
break off contact with people who disagree with you or your way of 
thinking. I understand that it's ideal to stay away from people that 
stress you out or are toxic to you or your kid, but how do you break 
off a relationship with someone you've known for over twenty two 
years--been close to--without seeming nutty and unstable? I used to 
know a guy who would isolate himself from his family at the drop of a 
hat, and would encourage others to do the same if they had conflicts 
within their families...And you know what? He was mentally and 
emotionally unstable. He had problems. So, as you can see, it's not 
good either way.
So instead of calling people names and demeaning them, let's maybe try 
to figure out a middle of the rode to situations, something that can 
solve any issue at hand, instead of pointing fingers and asuming.
I think we'd be a much stronger community if we didn't pass so much 
judgement and bully each other. I think we would be more productive if 
we took a second to think before we type, to say things constructively 
instead of being brash and impulsive.
Let's just all try to get along, kids.
Just my two cents worth.

Thanks.

Bernadetta