• DianeOP
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      21 days ago

      Thank you so much… I really would try my absolute best… I had a bad childhood… I know all sorts of tiny things that can cause big impacts… I would do everything I could to make sure that they grew up safe, happy and healthy… my dad made me bulimic when I was around 8. He never meant it but just commenting on the way I ate all the time and how much I ate… made me put food in my pockets to avoid eating… small things… they can have big impacts… id make sure my child could grow up without shame… that they are loved and valued… and theres nothing wrong with dressing any certain way. Or playing a certain way… or eating too fast or too much (you gave my portions? Like its ur fault I eat to much when you put that portion in front of me?)… id make sure there was 0 shame…

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          21 days ago

          Thank you so so much… my concern with parenting is my mental… I dont know what to do id I had an outburst… I obviously wouldn’t take it out on my kid… but still… witnessing a parent. Or guardian/caregiver going extreme mental distress could also very much negatively effect them… parenting is hard… you must be there always… and make sure no harm comes to them… but too much hurts them too… its odd and confusing on what the right balance is… I know certainly. Absolutely 0 smart phones or tablets… my child can have a cellphone… with no apps… for calling and texting… freinds too… not just parents… computer… strictly supervised… internet is too dangerous for children I know that firsthand…

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              21 days ago

              Maybe… im worried id try my best and still fail… something could go so so wrong…I cannot have children… its unlikely id ever be eligible for adoption… ive considered a career in education… ive thought about special education… I spent 1 school year in special education and the teacher (and principal and schoolboard knew and defended her) would beat the students… and locked us in closets… id maybe go into special education… I just wish that I could help children who are less fortunate…

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                21 days ago

                I’m so sorry. what horrific and violent treatment. You deserve better. I think one day you could be eligible for adoption. you’re the nuturing and motherly type. you’ll see.