RE: Second Chances - The Rebirth of Tyler Baker
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I believe in second chances, but you have to be alert to catch that train, because otherwise, you can have many opportunities and be blind to them. Your text reminded me of my youth. I also grew up in a neighbourhood where drug use and prostitution were part of everyday life. My friends, aged 13 and 15, were prostitutes and drug users, living a life of excess. My parents always knew how to keep me in check, because they knew that if they let their guard down, I could fall into temptation. I never tried anything, but that was because I had my parents as my guardian angels. Some sociologists say that the environment does not shape people, but it can influence them positively or negatively. An excellent topic, my friend. Hugs.
That's so true, Nancy! You have to do the work and can't expect others to do it for you. We were lucky because our neighborhood didn't start to turn bad until around 1985 and then it continued its decline for the next twenty years. My parents got out in 2003 and moved to Florida. It's sad to go back now and drive through the old neighborhood. So many memories! I'm very glad to hear your parents watched out for you. Your love of reading and education probably helped too. That had to be stressful to see so many of your friends go down the wrong path. It's insane for me to think of how many people I grew up with are gone now. Thank you and I hope the week is going well for you my friend!