daddyk

So where the fuck did responsibility for ones actions go? Why did we become blame it on someone or something else country? I got too fat on McDonalds, fuck; I should sue their ass. I burnt my ass with hot coffee, Sue. I fell on my head w/o a helmet, Sue. I broke my leg skiing, Sue. I failed English, must be the teachers fault. I killed a guy; it was the music I was listening to. I smoke; big tobacco was targeting me in their advertising.

How did this happen? When I was growing up, if a teacher, parent, police officer... told my parents I did something, I got tagged and grounded. If I were failing a class, my parents would not blame the teacher; they would make sure I studied. I learned to be responsible for my actions and to live with the consequences.

Kids today are learning that it never their responsibility. Moms and dads say Oh no not my kid. Schools pass kids just because they are old enough to be in the next grade. Tests are being dumbed down so everyone can pass. Gym classes are not playing team sports because someone will loose.

This touchy feely society is breeding a bunch of people who always have an excuse, who are non-competitive, and ill prepared for stepping into the work world.