I'm back and all caught up

[alaskanseminole]

So, I've been essentially unplugged from the world visiting Newport, RI and Boston the last 7 days. WONDERFUL trip, btw.

Begrudingly, I called my dad to wish him a Happy Father's Day and instead of "how ya been" "how was your trip" or anything like that, it's was non-stop FoxNews talking points. ...the twarted terrorist attack on the White House UFC event and how the Democrats would have loved that. Then we got to the New York Mayor and how he wants all blue cities to have mayors like him so we can have free everything and then we can get rid of all VA benefits because (apparently) Democrats hate Veterans and want to do away with benefits, etc. etc. I asked him if he knew that the Democrats were heavily involved in pushing the PACT Act for Veterans and that Jon Stewart (a liberal) played a major, public role in lobbying for its passage. He didn't like that.

He just sits in his chair with right-wing media pumped in via IV. So sad that is how he'll die, miserable and in fear. I wound up just hanging up. So much for riding that post-vacation high. Are all boomers this miserable?

/end vent


sooooo, how ya'll been?

 

[Moral]

Good

 

[Hawkedup]

Good. I was hoping to hear more about your trip than the grumpy *** curmudgeon maga dad of yours though. Did you get to a World Cup game and hang with the tartan army?

 

[lucas80]

So, I've been essentially unplugged from the world visiting Newport, RI and Boston the last 7 days. WONDERFUL trip, btw.

Begrudingly, I called my dad to wish him a Happy Father's Day and instead of "how ya been" "how was your trip" or anything like that, it's was non-stop FoxNews talking points. ...the twarted terrorist attack on the White House UFC event and how the Democrats would have loved that. Then we got to the New York Mayor and how he wants all blue cities to have mayors like him so we can have free everything and then we can get rid of all VA benefits because (apparently) Democrats hate Veterans and want to do away with benefits, etc. etc. I asked him if he knew that the Democrats were heavily involved in pushing the PACT Act for Veterans and that Jon Stewart (a liberal) played a major, public role in lobbying for its passage. He didn't like that.

He just sits in his chair with right-wing media pumped in via IV. So sad that is how he'll die, miserable and in fear. I wound up just hanging up. So much for riding that post-vacation high. Are all boomers this miserable?

/end vent


sooooo, how ya'll been?

Newport. Are you money people?
One of the MILFs at the gym was telling a story a week or so ago about her MIL. Her husband called her from the MILs. Not a text, called her. His tone was hushed and strained as he said, "I'm at my mom's". She immediately panicked and thought worst case, like the MIL had fallen or something... Her husband went on, "The cable is out and Fox is off the air"... His mom was flipping out not having her constant fear mongering on the TV.

 

[alaskanseminole]

Newport. Are you money people?

One of the MILFs at the gym was telling a story a week or so ago about her MIL. Her husband called her from the MILs. Not a text, called her. His tone was hushed and strained as he said, "I'm at my mom's". She immediately panicked and thought worst case, like the MIL had fallen or something... Her husband went on, "The cable is out and Fox is off the air"... His mom was flipping out not having her constant fear mongering on the TV.

Sad

 

[AlexanderUrinis]

So, I've been essentially unplugged from the world visiting Newport, RI and Boston the last 7 days. WONDERFUL trip, btw.

Begrudingly, I called my dad to wish him a Happy Father's Day and instead of "how ya been" "how was your trip" or anything like that, it's was non-stop FoxNews talking points. ...the twarted terrorist attack on the White House UFC event and how the Democrats would have loved that. Then we got to the New York Mayor and how he wants all blue cities to have mayors like him so we can have free everything and then we can get rid of all VA benefits because (apparently) Democrats hate Veterans and want to do away with benefits, etc. etc. I asked him if he knew that the Democrats were heavily involved in pushing the PACT Act for Veterans and that Jon Stewart (a liberal) played a major, public role in lobbying for its passage. He didn't like that.

He just sits in his chair with right-wing media pumped in via IV. So sad that is how he'll die, miserable and in fear. I wound up just hanging up. So much for riding that post-vacation high. Are all boomers this miserable?

/end vent


sooooo, how ya'll been?

All good here. Happy Father's Day.

 

[alaskanseminole]

Good. I was hoping to hear more about your trip than the grumpy *** curmudgeon maga dad of yours though. Did you get to a World Cup game and hang with the tartan army?

Got to see a lot of the mansions, did a sunset sail out on the harbor, scenic views, etc. Wonderfully relaxing trip. Unfortunately, we only had 4 hours in Boston so we did it like the Griswolds (IYKYK).

The Breakers (Vanderbilts):


Where we stayed:


Loved seeing Jimmy get a nod (@BelemNole):


Castle Hill Inn was pretty great!


3rd oldest lighthouse in the U.S. Wasn't as asthetically pleasing as the Portland Head lighthouse in Maine, but still neat to see considering its age:

 

[TigerGrowls]

So, I've been essentially unplugged from the world visiting Newport, RI and Boston the last 7 days. WONDERFUL trip, btw.

Begrudingly, I called my dad to wish him a Happy Father's Day and instead of "how ya been" "how was your trip" or anything like that, it's was non-stop FoxNews talking points. ...the twarted terrorist attack on the White House UFC event and how the Democrats would have loved that. Then we got to the New York Mayor and how he wants all blue cities to have mayors like him so we can have free everything and then we can get rid of all VA benefits because (apparently) Democrats hate Veterans and want to do away with benefits, etc. etc. I asked him if he knew that the Democrats were heavily involved in pushing the PACT Act for Veterans and that Jon Stewart (a liberal) played a major, public role in lobbying for its passage. He didn't like that.

He just sits in his chair with right-wing media pumped in via IV. So sad that is how he'll die, miserable and in fear. I wound up just hanging up. So much for riding that post-vacation high. Are all boomers this miserable?

/end vent


sooooo, how ya'll been?

Your Dad whose sperms made you has an opinion that doesn't agree with yours. Such a sad son disrespecting his father on social media. You obviously didnt learn respect.

 

[alaskanseminole]

Your Dad whose sperms made you has an opinion that doesn't agree with yours. Such a sad son disrespecting his father on social media. You obviously didnt learn respect.

 

[Twoooooo]

Not all boomers are that way Alaska. Was out at my parents today who tend to have Foxnews on the majority of time. In the past I just will turn it down while I’m there, and over the years we have come to an unspoken agreement to not talk politics. My sister and I were considered the black sheep of the family when it came to politics and when we were around family they used to try talking about it with us like they we were gonna “educate” us. That pretty much stopped close to 2 years ago now when my sister unexpectedly passed away. My dad is very smart and even through the tribalism when it comes to politics he was smart enough to just “let it go”. Think he understood how fragile life is and didn’t want to chance anything as I am the only child left. So today’s visit was nice. Just mom dad and myself with the Golden Girls on the tv

 

[alaskanseminole]

Not all boomers are that way Alaska. Was out at my parents today who tend to have Foxnews on the majority of time. In the past I just will turn it down while I’m there, and over the years we have come to an unspoken agreement to not talk politics. My sister and I were considered the black sheep of the family when it came to politics and when we were around family they used to try talking about it with us like they we were gonna “educate” us. That pretty much stopped close to 2 years ago now when my sister unexpectedly passed away. My dad is very smart and even through the tribalism when it comes to politics he was smart enough to just “let it go”. Think he understood how fragile life is and didn’t want to chance anything as I am the only child left. So today’s visit was nice. Just mom dad and myself with the Golden Girls on the tv

I envy that. I'm the only child, so it'd be nice to just have a normal conversation. It literally went like this:

Dad: Hello
Me (upbeat): Happy Father's Day, Dad. Whatcha up to?
Dad: Not much. Just watching TV (which means the news)
Me: We just got back from Newport and Boston.
Dad: You felt safe to do that?
Me: Safe in Newport, RI? It's one of the safest cities in the country.
Dad: Thought you said Boston.
Me: Well, that was just part of our last day before we flew out. The Scotts were in town for the World Cup. It was actually a lot of fun and we squeezed a lot in.
Dad: That's a Democrat city with a lot of crime.

...derailed from there. I'd rather discuss snakes and root canals than politics outside of this forum; especially on Father's Day. If you can even call it a discussion. It's really just my 80 year old dad regurgitating what he sees in his vacuum back at me. Not once did he ask about his grandkids, how I was doing, nothing. I feel sorry for him.

 

[Twoooooo]

Man I am truly sorry that is how it is with you. Unfortunately you are not alone when it comes to people having nothing to do with their parents. Myself,I can’t fathom it. I remember growing up and one of the things my sister and I were taught by our parents. Don’t just along with something, be curious, ask questions understand usually there is another side to things. Boy did that blow up in their face. My sister, hardheaded (just like mom) would be mid conversation and just hang up if she didn’t agree. And then go weeks with out talking to them. Me on the other hand, would respect my parents enough as they birthed and raised me to hear out their point. End the conversation and maybe let a couple days go by before everything cooled off. The one good thing about my sister leaving way too early in life was it put those conversations to a full stop. Hope you can find a way to reconcile those talks with your dad. Maybe focus it on the grandkids, you said he didn’t even mention them. Next time maybe just stick to that right off the bat. Before he can drag ya down the rabbit hole

 

[LunchBox50]

Your Dad whose sperms made you has an opinion that doesn't agree with yours. Such a sad son disrespecting his father on social media. You obviously didnt learn respect.

You people are so bizarre.

 

[LafayetteBear]

So, I've been essentially unplugged from the world visiting Newport, RI and Boston the last 7 days. WONDERFUL trip, btw.

Begrudingly, I called my dad to wish him a Happy Father's Day and instead of "how ya been" "how was your trip" or anything like that, it's was non-stop FoxNews talking points. ...the twarted terrorist attack on the White House UFC event and how the Democrats would have loved that. Then we got to the New York Mayor and how he wants all blue cities to have mayors like him so we can have free everything and then we can get rid of all VA benefits because (apparently) Democrats hate Veterans and want to do away with benefits, etc. etc. I asked him if he knew that the Democrats were heavily involved in pushing the PACT Act for Veterans and that Jon Stewart (a liberal) played a major, public role in lobbying for its passage. He didn't like that.

He just sits in his chair with right-wing media pumped in via IV. So sad that is how he'll die, miserable and in fear. I wound up just hanging up. So much for riding that post-vacation high. Are all boomers this miserable?

/end vent


sooooo, how ya'll been?

Most everyone has a family member like that. Myself included. You have my sympathies.

 

[LafayetteBear]

Your Dad whose sperms made you has an opinion that doesn't agree with yours. Such a sad son disrespecting his father on social media. You obviously didnt learn respect.

Or maybe his Dad fell victim to a cult. I'm thinking that is more likely the case.

 

[LafayetteBear]

I envy that. I'm the only child, so it'd be nice to just have a normal conversation. It literally went like this:

Dad: Hello
Me (upbeat): Happy Father's Day, Dad. Whatcha up to?
Dad: Not much. Just watching TV (which means the news)
Me: We just got back from Newport and Boston.
Dad: You felt safe to do that?
Me: Safe in Newport, RI? It's one of the safest cities in the country.
Dad: Thought you said Boston.
Me: Well, that was just part of our last day before we flew out. The Scotts were in town for the World Cup. It was actually a lot of fun and we squeezed a lot in.
Dad: That's a Democrat city with a lot of crime.

...derailed from there. I'd rather discuss snakes and root canals than politics outside of this forum; especially on Father's Day. If you can even call it a discussion. It's really just my 80 year old dad regurgitating what he sees in his vacuum back at me. Not once did he ask about his grandkids, how I was doing, nothing. I feel sorry for him.

That pretty much encapsulates the MAGA cult.

 

[noleclone2]

So, I've been essentially unplugged from the world visiting Newport, RI and Boston the last 7 days. WONDERFUL trip, btw.

Begrudingly, I called my dad to wish him a Happy Father's Day and instead of "how ya been" "how was your trip" or anything like that, it's was non-stop FoxNews talking points. ...the twarted terrorist attack on the White House UFC event and how the Democrats would have loved that. Then we got to the New York Mayor and how he wants all blue cities to have mayors like him so we can have free everything and then we can get rid of all VA benefits because (apparently) Democrats hate Veterans and want to do away with benefits, etc. etc. I asked him if he knew that the Democrats were heavily involved in pushing the PACT Act for Veterans and that Jon Stewart (a liberal) played a major, public role in lobbying for its passage. He didn't like that.

He just sits in his chair with right-wing media pumped in via IV. So sad that is how he'll die, miserable and in fear. I wound up just hanging up. So much for riding that post-vacation high. Are all boomers this miserable?

/end vent


sooooo, how ya'll been?

Two years ago, my wife had a conference in Providence and someone told us to visit Newport so we stayed there three nights. It was a great place. So many eras of construction and history.

 

[tarheelbybirth1]

So, I've been essentially unplugged from the world visiting Newport, RI and Boston the last 7 days. WONDERFUL trip, btw.

Begrudingly, I called my dad to wish him a Happy Father's Day and instead of "how ya been" "how was your trip" or anything like that, it's was non-stop FoxNews talking points. ...the twarted terrorist attack on the White House UFC event and how the Democrats would have loved that. Then we got to the New York Mayor and how he wants all blue cities to have mayors like him so we can have free everything and then we can get rid of all VA benefits because (apparently) Democrats hate Veterans and want to do away with benefits, etc. etc. I asked him if he knew that the Democrats were heavily involved in pushing the PACT Act for Veterans and that Jon Stewart (a liberal) played a major, public role in lobbying for its passage. He didn't like that.

He just sits in his chair with right-wing media pumped in via IV. So sad that is how he'll die, miserable and in fear. I wound up just hanging up. So much for riding that post-vacation high. Are all boomers this miserable?

/end vent


sooooo, how ya'll been?

I don't suppose it would do any good to tell him that the WOB terrorists were wingnut Christian white supremacists who think Trump is covering up child abuse and protecting pedos?

Probably not.

 

[LunchBox50]

I envy that. I'm the only child, so it'd be nice to just have a normal conversation. It literally went like this:

Dad: Hello
Me (upbeat): Happy Father's Day, Dad. Whatcha up to?
Dad: Not much. Just watching TV (which means the news)
Me: We just got back from Newport and Boston.
Dad: You felt safe to do that?
Me: Safe in Newport, RI? It's one of the safest cities in the country.
Dad: Thought you said Boston.
Me: Well, that was just part of our last day before we flew out. The Scotts were in town for the World Cup. It was actually a lot of fun and we squeezed a lot in.
Dad: That's a Democrat city with a lot of crime.

...derailed from there. I'd rather discuss snakes and root canals than politics outside of this forum; especially on Father's Day. If you can even call it a discussion. It's really just my 80 year old dad regurgitating what he sees in his vacuum back at me. Not once did he ask about his grandkids, how I was doing, nothing. I feel sorry for him.

Similar encounter happened with me recently. I ran into a guy I know in his 70s and he was telling me how his wife had gone to see their daughter and the grandkids who live in “Chicago” (NW suburbs). And he went on and on about how she went alone because there was no way he was going to step foot in that “Democrat-run sh#t hole.” How sad and pathetic to be in your 70s and refusing to see your own child and grandchildren because of the demented right-wing cable news he soaks up all day.

 

[Ktrain1969]

I envy that. I'm the only child, so it'd be nice to just have a normal conversation. It literally went like this:

Dad: Hello
Me (upbeat): Happy Father's Day, Dad. Whatcha up to?
Dad: Not much. Just watching TV (which means the news)
Me: We just got back from Newport and Boston.
Dad: You felt safe to do that?
Me: Safe in Newport, RI? It's one of the safest cities in the country.
Dad: Thought you said Boston.
Me: Well, that was just part of our last day before we flew out. The Scotts were in town for the World Cup. It was actually a lot of fun and we squeezed a lot in.
Dad: That's a Democrat city with a lot of crime.

...derailed from there. I'd rather discuss snakes and root canals than politics outside of this forum; especially on Father's Day. If you can even call it a discussion. It's really just my 80 year old dad regurgitating what he sees in his vacuum back at me. Not once did he ask about his grandkids, how I was doing, nothing. I feel sorry for him.

That's my older brother and myself now unfortunately. I had to cut my hero out of my life.

 

[alaskanseminole]

Man I am truly sorry that is how it is with you. Unfortunately you are not alone when it comes to people having nothing to do with their parents. Myself,I can’t fathom it. I remember growing up and one of the things my sister and I were taught by our parents. Don’t just along with something, be curious, ask questions understand usually there is another side to things. Boy did that blow up in their face. My sister, hardheaded (just like mom) would be mid conversation and just hang up if she didn’t agree. And then go weeks with out talking to them. Me on the other hand, would respect my parents enough as they birthed and raised me to hear out their point. End the conversation and maybe let a couple days go by before everything cooled off. The one good thing about my sister leaving way too early in life was it put those conversations to a full stop. Hope you can find a way to reconcile those talks with your dad. Maybe focus it on the grandkids, you said he didn’t even mention them. Next time maybe just stick to that right off the bat. Before he can drag ya down the rabbit hole

It's been this way my entire life...he just talks at you. It's not really about disagreeing. It's the one-sidedness of it all. I could call back next weekend and it'd go as if nothing happened. He likely didn't even realize I hung up...he probably talked another 15-20 minutes. I call for him, not for me...sometimes it's pleasant others, like tonight, he felt it was better to vent about politics than just have a normal conversation with his only son. Heck, the man hasn't remembered my birthday in 30 years, but his wife will text me raising hell if I don't call him on his.

Fortunately, I have a great relationship with my son and two daughters.

 

[Twoooooo]

It's been this way my entire life...he just talks at you. It's not really about disagreeing. It's the one-sidedness of it all. I could call back next weekend and it'd go as if nothing happened. He likely didn't even realize I hung up...he probably talked another 15-20 minutes. I call for him, not for me...sometimes it's pleasant others, like tonight, he felt it was better to vent about politics than just have a normal conversation with his only son. Heck, the man hasn't remembered my birthday in 30 years, but his wife will text me raising hell if I don't call him on his.

Fortunately, I have a great relationship with my son and two daughters.

That last sentence makes it all worth it. In my own life I have 2 great parents that raised me. Yet there were some things that I wanted from my parents that I didn’t get. Which is the reason I have the relationships now with my 3 daughters. So I am thankful for that. Just remember, even with your dad at his age this is his first time doing life also. Again, I hope things get better for you with the relationship with your dad

 

[alaskanseminole]

In my own life I have 2 great parents that raised me.

My mom is amazing. ...some can't even say that, right?

 

[Flie_rivals154594]

So, I've been essentially unplugged from the world visiting Newport, RI and Boston the last 7 days. WONDERFUL trip, btw.

Begrudingly, I called my dad to wish him a Happy Father's Day and instead of "how ya been" "how was your trip" or anything like that, it's was non-stop FoxNews talking points. ...the twarted terrorist attack on the White House UFC event and how the Democrats would have loved that. Then we got to the New York Mayor and how he wants all blue cities to have mayors like him so we can have free everything and then we can get rid of all VA benefits because (apparently) Democrats hate Veterans and want to do away with benefits, etc. etc. I asked him if he knew that the Democrats were heavily involved in pushing the PACT Act for Veterans and that Jon Stewart (a liberal) played a major, public role in lobbying for its passage. He didn't like that.

He just sits in his chair with right-wing media pumped in via IV. So sad that is how he'll die, miserable and in fear. I wound up just hanging up. So much for riding that post-vacation high. Are all boomers this miserable?

/end vent


sooooo, how ya'll been?

Faux News gets them all loaded up with talking points and fury. Reminds me of the study done fairly recently where they forced some faux news viewers to watch different news for 30 days. They all became more skeptical of biased coverage and had a significant shift in political and world views over that period of 30 days. It all went right back to the way it was when they returned to their normal Faux News viewing.

 

[GesterHawk]

I envy that. I'm the only child, so it'd be nice to just have a normal conversation. It literally went like this:

Dad: Hello
Me (upbeat): Happy Father's Day, Dad. Whatcha up to?
Dad: Not much. Just watching TV (which means the news)
Me: We just got back from Newport and Boston.
Dad: You felt safe to do that?
Me: Safe in Newport, RI? It's one of the safest cities in the country.
Dad: Thought you said Boston.
Me: Well, that was just part of our last day before we flew out. The Scotts were in town for the World Cup. It was actually a lot of fun and we squeezed a lot in.
Dad: That's a Democrat city with a lot of crime.

...derailed from there. I'd rather discuss snakes and root canals than politics outside of this forum; especially on Father's Day. If you can even call it a discussion. It's really just my 80 year old dad regurgitating what he sees in his vacuum back at me. Not once did he ask about his grandkids, how I was doing, nothing. I feel sorry for him.

My mom and I used to have real conversations about everything and anything. Then she married her ultra conservative MAGA (before MAGA) was a thing husband. Then her whole outlook and personality changed.
Now, at best, we have very superficial conversations.
It sucks, but it is the only way to continue to have her in my life.


And she is the one who brings up the politics and she is the one to end conversations if you disagree with her.

 

[GesterHawk]

I don't suppose it would do any good to tell him that the WOB terrorists were wingnut Christian white supremacists who think Trump is covering up child abuse and protecting pedos?

Probably not.

Depends, how did Scrubby, Sully, and TigerGrowls respond when that was pointed out to them?

I am guessing it was a "No, libtards are the party of violence and I can't believe you still believe anything on MSM."

 

[GesterHawk]

Similar encounter happened with me recently. I ran into a guy I know in his 70s and he was telling me how his wife had gone to see their daughter and the grandkids who live in “Chicago” (NW suburbs). And he went on and on about how she went alone because there was no way he was going to step foot in that “Democrat-run sh#t hole.” How sad and pathetic to be in your 70s and refusing to see your own child and grandchildren because of the demented right-wing cable news he soaks up all day.

Did you call him out for being a giant *** for letting his wife go to the "Democrat-run sh_thole" by herself?

 

[GesterHawk]

That's my older brother and myself now unfortunately. I had to cut my hero out of my life.

My brother and I have gotten good at avoiding politics in our conversations.
I do think he kind of got it when his nanny of 16 years, who was here legally, decided it was best to just head back to Ecuador instead of face the days to come. I just don't know if it was enough to change his future voting.

 

[scotchtiger]

Had 4 boomer parents over for Father’s Day. 3 republicans and 1 moderate. Zero political conversations. Aside from some discussion about the looney family from NY staying at the beach with my parents who is allowing their 5 year old son to identify as a girl. But that’s a discussion about insanity, not politics.

 

[tarheelbybirth1]

Had 4 boomer parents over for Father’s Day. 3 republicans and 1 moderate. Zero political conversations. Aside from some discussion about the looney family from NY staying at the beach with my parents who is allowing their 5 year old son to identify as a girl. But that’s a discussion about insanity, not politics.

What did you identify as at 5?

 

[Tenacious E_rivals41982]

Got to see a lot of the mansions, did a sunset sail out on the harbor, scenic views, etc. Wonderfully relaxing trip. Unfortunately, we only had 4 hours in Boston so we did it like the Griswolds (IYKYK).

The Breakers (Vanderbilts):
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Where we stayed:
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Loved seeing Jimmy get a nod (@BelemNole):
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Castle Hill Inn was pretty great!
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3rd oldest lighthouse in the U.S. Wasn't as asthetically pleasing as the Portland Head lighthouse in Maine, but still neat to see considering its age:
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Bro, you should have mentioned something about this when planning your trip! Boston is the main course and Newport is the dessert! For anyone thinking about a trip, I would start out staying in the Lexington/Concord area, seeing the North Bridge and such, and then doing a day trip to Gloucester for whale watching. Those whale watching trips are a million times better than taking them out of Boston Harbor. We have done both, and going out of Gloucester, you see so many whales you almost get bored of them. I would then just take the red line from Alewife to downtown boston and back each day, unless you want to pony up the dough to stay right downtown.

 

[scotchtiger]

What did you identify as at 5?

A boy. Because I was a boy.

These people are dressing this poor child up in dresses. It’s child abuse.

Anyways, don’t want to derail the thread. My point was a family affair of 11 people, including 4 boomers, had no political discussion.

 

[LunchBox50]

Did you call him out for being a giant *** for letting his wife go to the "Democrat-run sh_thole" by herself?

I should have. Alas, I didn't. No sense in wasting my time making the coward more agitated.

 

[LunchBox50]

What did you identify as at 5?

A Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle.

 

[The-Dude-Abides]

It's been this way my entire life...he just talks at you. It's not really about disagreeing. It's the one-sidedness of it all. I could call back next weekend and it'd go as if nothing happened. He likely didn't even realize I hung up...he probably talked another 15-20 minutes. I call for him, not for me...sometimes it's pleasant others, like tonight, he felt it was better to vent about politics than just have a normal conversation with his only son. Heck, the man hasn't remembered my birthday in 30 years, but his wife will text me raising hell if I don't call him on his.

Fortunately, I have a great relationship with my son and two daughters.

I have come to the the conclusion that every single human being who has ever lived, save one, is sick--physically, mentally, and especially spiritually. That includes those I love, those I don't, and myself. We are all sick to one degree or another. On this board, often to a disturbing degree. The evidence is overwhelming if you really weigh your whole human experience. The current political and social dumpster fire is just one manifestation of that illness. Through that lens, I find it much easier to take the same charitable view to anyone in my life as I would to someone with, say, a cancer diagnosis. Obviously not a perfect analogy, but the relationship improves or at least stays steady, I am much more at peace with the world and everyone in it, and better things seem to come into my life.

 

[PW Herman]

A boy. Because I was a boy.

These people are dressing this poor child up in dresses. It’s child abuse.

Anyways, don’t want to derail the thread. My point was a family affair of 11 people, including 4 boomers, had no political discussion.

I know you called it out but I do find it a little funny the one political point everyone talked about was the hyper focused topic of Trans people. Nothing about the terrible economy, illegal war, etc. Just Trans.

A Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle.

Slippery slope to marrying your pet turtle

 

[scotchtiger]

I know you called it out but I do find it a little funny the one political point everyone talked about was the hyper focused topic of Trans people. Nothing about the terrible economy, illegal war, etc. Just Trans.



Slippery slope to marrying your pet turtle

Except it wasn’t political. I have a 6 year old who has played with this boy at the beach the last few years (prior to changing genders). My parents are disappointed that my boys are not going out there to spend time with them, but completely understand why we don’t want them playing with a confused little boy in a dress. So it’s more about the impact to our family, not politics.

 

[GesterHawk]

Except it wasn’t political. I have a 6 year old who has played with this boy at the beach the last few years (prior to changing genders). My parents are disappointed that my boys are not going out there to spend time with them, but completely understand why we don’t want them playing with a confused little boy in a dress. So it’s more about the impact to our family, not politics.

Why don't you want them playing with "a confused little boy in a dress?"

 

[scotchtiger]

Why don't you want them playing with "a confused little boy in a dress?"

Because 6 obviously isn’t an appropriate age to explain something like that. Adults can barely comprehend this stuff, much less a kid who just finished kindergarten. We will have this discussion on terms and timeline that we deem best for our children.

 

[PW Herman]

Except it wasn’t political..

Trans isn't political? Sounds like a really intelligent group. LOL!