It's a unique challenge, raising boys to be men. Sounds like you have much experience to share. Thanks for commenting and leaving your link for others who may be interested. Take care!

Amanda, that is all any of us can do who want the next generation to be better than we are: just try harder. I know I am still learning and trying to be a better version of myself every day-many days I fail. Tomorrow is another day to try again. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!

This really hit home. I'm young, married, and a mother of not only one son, but two. I try very hard to respect my husband and it's really hard at times. Considering, we both are never on the same brain wave. You really inspired me to try harder on a lot of things. Thanks.

Doesn't it seem that we always have to look at ourselves as we approach this role of parenting our children? That is the frustrating part, for sure. Setting the example and continuing to grow ourselves really benefits our kids. I am so glad that this connected with you. We really are so influential in the lives of our children. Cheers to you for wanting to be the best mom (and wife) that you can be. I wish you well! Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts on this post.