Coddling is only good for eggs.

And that is why parents wind up with adult children who can't hold a job, can't support themselves, and can't deal with the "real world".

I agree, My dad raised me and we had a good relationship but he prepared us for the real world, especially if he was to suddenly die. I mean kids live at home now and never leave! I had a job and I moved out and rented my own place at the age of 16. What is sad watching them when the parents die and they do not know how to live alone.

I was raised to think for myself and to do for myself. I was taught that hand outs might be necessary from time to time but they aren't what you should rely on. I was also taught all about hard work. My mom did have to rely on the goverment because she was unable to work due to her health. Even so we were never taught to rely on these things for ourselves. We weren't given the best things or everything for free. I don't have anything against people who actually need the services that the government offers because my mom actually did need the services that we received because of her health. It's those that rely on it and yet they could get a job that bug me. I also have an old friend turned acquaintance (if you could even call her that) whose boyfriend works three jobs to support her and himself. She has so called businesses but I don't believe they are doing very well. She is always buying new clothes and trying to sell her old ones. She could work albeit she might find it a little harder to find a job. She doesn't try though and that' what bothers me. I wouldn't have such feelings against her if she was actually able to make a success of her business but she isn't and yet she still spends - spends - spends. Sorry this is turning into something of a long post. Yes, I do live at home. I may not have said that before. However, I pay my own bills and do not ask for or expect hand outs. I contribute to the household expenses and I take care of two family members that are here. I am grateful for the roof over my head and I don't disrespect my family. I've known people who stay at home yet don't contribute and expect hand outs. That annoys me.

I want some coddling NOW!!!! LOL I know too many that are dependent on their parents anymore. It scares what is going to happen to this world when many of those parents are gone.

You deserve a trophy for that! We all deserve a trophy. Trophies for everyone. Because we're all winners. Now hand me some more bubble wrap please.

We live in an everyone's a winner world where kids are "protected" from the lessons of hard knocks.

Very very true...Wish knew how to strike the balance

I agree. Kids are not prepared for difficult situations as they age. It is unrealistic to look at the world in "rose-colored" glasses where word's like no are never used....