To write or not to write
I got a tough decision ahead of me. Part of me wants to concentrate on homeschooling duties which are considerable, and the other part (the evil twin, no doubt) wishes to write book #4. My publisher and literary agent are really excited about the possibility of doing a book about how to deal with opposing parental practices that create divisiveness between parents, opportunities to manipulate and triangulate for kids, understanding why parents have differing childrearing philosophies and practices, why they can create so much conflict, how some variation in parenting can be positive, and how to come to some middle ground so that both parents can be a united front advocating for the child's future (and for a stable marriage!) Arguments about childrearing practices are up there with financial issues when it comes to divorce material. Spousal relationships, parent-child relationships, sibling relationships and the welfare of children and couples can all be severely impacted.
But are there enough hours in the day? Can I spend the time I need to spend loveing my babies? Should I give it a rest for a year or two rather than try hard to "save the world" whether the world is receptive or not? Hmmm. That's my thought for the day. You guys ponder it and give me your two cents!