So my son asked me about marijuana

[JunkYard]

Well kids might be smarter than we give them credit for, they are just little people after all, but they don't have the experience.

And I never said that kids that smoke pot never make it to college.....who do you think I smoke with? :jointsmile: I am just saying that it happens all too often.

Yes those guys in high school were notorious idiots and quite the example. When i say discover, I don't mean like they don't know what they are doing. I mean they experience it on their own terms. I 'discovered' it on my own, I was ignorant but I tried it and years later (now) i have picked it up without looking back. I *NOW* understand how it can be beneficial and enjoyable for recreational uses and medcinal purposes. Why? Because I am old enough to grasp the concept. If you handed me a 'marijuana joint' when I was 10 years old, I would probably think you were the devil himself. Keep marijuana out of childrens lives. It has no place there. When they are ready, you can talk to kids/teens about it and they will have a better grasp of what you are telling them.

Also, I don't understand how you can teach a child about the legality of marijuana when it is something they have never experienced. How can a 10 year old become an advocate for the legalization of marijuana?

I agree that handing a joint to a ten year old, or even a 16-17 year old is irresponsible. I'd never do that, but I can teach him about it to the best of my ability. Just like when the schools bring in speakers against it; kids learn quick, and what they learn at a young age tends to stick. I'll be the one teaching my child, and that's the way it should be.

As for him being an activist at age 10.. ..He can't and I don't want him to be. I suggested he do research until he's old enough to actually do something beneficaial towards the cause. also, the legal issues are quite easy to grasp at his age. Marijuana is illegal and shouldn't be used as far as he's concerned, but he knows that in some areas of the country, Dr.s are prescribing it as legitimate medication. What hard to grasp about that, val?

Like I said, kids deserve more credit than they are given.. ..


Junk~

[mc-blaze21]

kids do deserve much more cred than we give them. they might be the little people but hell can they put some of us to shame lol. its all gd junkyard u just keep doing what your doing man ur an amazing parent from what ive read so far and u should'nt change a thing about you and your son's relationship. you are both so lucky to have each other i bet each day u spend with him is a totally new experiance especially at that age. ne way gd job man nuff respect to you and your son take care all peace!

thank you for the comment on the other page stinkyattic well nice of you thank you! peace

[ValkyrieAg]

I can teach him about it to the best of my ability. Just like when the schools bring in speakers against it; kids learn quick, and what they learn at a young age tends to stick. I'll be the one teaching my child, and that's the way it should be.

the legal issues are quite easy to grasp at his age. Marijuana is illegal and shouldn't be used as far as he's concerned, but he knows that in some areas of the country, Dr.s are prescribing it as legitimate medication. What hard to grasp about that, val?

So you are teaching your 10 year old child to the best of your ability that smoking Marijuana is OK? You might as well hand him a joint. If you are against young people smoking MJ, think about this. When do you think he will first start smoking MJ? Honestly, do you think he will wait until he is 17? 18?

A 10 year old cannot fully grasp a 'legal issue'. He might know that doctors are prescribing it as a legitimate medication, yeah, everyone knows that whether they are pro or anti-MJ. There is nothing difficult to grasp about that. But how can he *understand* the 'reason' why it is being medically prescribed without ever trying it?

Personally, if I saw a random 10 year old child advocating marijuana (for any reason) because his daddy told him so, I would think his parents to be irresponsible. But you can parent anyway you want. Both my parents are teachers (ret.) with masters (and have been state recognized) and have *alot* of years of experience with 8-12year olds. I know they have smoked in their life, so they aren't Pot Nazis. But if they heard that someone would actually advocate marijuana to their 10 year old son, they would be disappointed.

Though I am but in my early 20s, I suppose I come from the old school. But like I said, you can parent how ever you want. I respectfully but completely disagree with your logic.:jointsmile:

[JunkYard]

So you are teaching your 10 year old child to the best of your ability that smoking Marijuana is OK? You might as well hand him a joint. If you are against young people smoking MJ, think about this. When do you think he will first start smoking MJ? Honestly, do you think he will wait until he is 17? 18?

A 10 year old cannot fully grasp a 'legal issue'. He might know that doctors are prescribing it as a legitimate medication, yeah, everyone knows that whether they are pro or anti-MJ. There is nothing difficult to grasp about that. But how can he *understand* the 'reason' why it is being medically prescribed without ever trying it?

Personally, if I saw a random 10 year old child advocating marijuana (for any reason) because his daddy told him so, I would think his parents to be irresponsible. But you can parent anyway you want. Both my parents are teachers (ret.) with masters (and have been state recognized) and have *alot* of years of experience with 8-12year olds. I know they have smoked in their life, so they aren't Pot Nazis. But if they heard that someone would actually advocate marijuana to their 10 year old son, they would be disappointed.

Though I am but in my early 20s, I suppose I come from the old school. But like I said, you can parent how ever you want. I respectfully but completely disagree with your logic.:jointsmile:

That's cool, man! Im certainly not a teacher, but I've worked with kids most my adult life, and I've found that it helps to understand what makes them tick. I've had many hours class time myself, along with many more hands on, so I'll trust what I've learned over a twenty year old who had teachers as parents. My mother was a teacher, too, btw.

Also, I never said MJ was o.k for him to use, and I NEVER told him to do/say anything. I said it's illegal and should be avoided, but I also gave the other side when he asked, which is only fair. And no, my child will not smoke at an early age, he was curious after they talked about it in school, (Aren't all kids?) and I broke it down for him in simple "realistic" and honest terms. I would expect the same from any parant, and it has nothing to do with logic; it has to do with honesty, trust and simply being realistic.

If you think MJ is such a bad substance, then why do you smoke, man? I want it legalized because it certainly should be, and I treat with a little less urgency than alcohol. Do you think it wrong to talk to kids about alcohol, too? They gotta learn from somewere, man. You do your thing, and I'll do mine, and if my approach fails, then I'll be the first to admit it, but I have no worries. I know my son, and he's a very intelligent kid. I trust him, and he trusts me.


Btw, MJ should be treated as any other prescription medication. What's the difference? All are illegal w/o a script.. ..Again, what's so hard to understand, other than there being bogus federal laws against its use? The subject might be delicate, but it's not difficult by a long shot!


Junk~

[ValkyrieAg]

If you think MJ is such a bad substance, then why do you smoke, man? I want it legalized because it certainly should be, and I treat with a little less urgency than alcohol. Do you think it wrong to talk to kids about alcohol, too? They gotta learn from somewere, man. You do your thing, and I'll do mine, and if my approach fails, then I'll be the first to admit it, but I have no worries. I know my son, and he's a very intelligent kid. I trust him, and he trusts me.


Btw, MJ should be treated as any other prescription medication. What's the difference? All are illegal w/o a script.. ..Again, what's so hard to understand, other than there being bogus federal laws against its use? The subject might be delicate, but it's not difficult by a long shot!


Junk~

Well I do agree with you and I respect that you have worked with children before. Honestly, I can't handle kids of that age for very long...so it goes without saying, take whatever I say with a grain of salt.

I don't think MJ is bad, not near as destructive as alcohol. (please note my drunk stories). I haven't had to talk to a police officer in the past 3 years that I have been smoking. It actually keeps me out of trouble. However, I do consider it destructive to someone who is just coming of age and still developing mentally and emotionally. I do feel that alcohol comes into play much earlier on than marijuana does. I used to drive 15 miles on friday nights (small town texas football) to buy beer when I was in high school. Alot of my party hard friends have nearly killed themselves (some even more than once) drinking and driving (which i do my fair share of).

But seriously, marijuana and drinking is a part of high school. Every kid will go through it and experience whatever they end up experiencing. Whether that experience will affect you negatively or positively is another thing. Some kids just take a nosedive. But you sound intelligent enough to not let it become a problem. My arguement MOSTLY is just because I am the only one who is 'gently' opposing you. Whether whoever is right, it is always good to hear it from a different perspective. The reason I view things the way I do, is solely because of my own life. I did alot of stupid things that could have landed me in a world of hurt...whether it be prison (look for a new thread) or near death by stupidity. I just happened to get through unscathed...but lots of kids don't. At the same time, being who I am and how i am, I have accidentally 'overloaded' people...whether it be smoking marijuana, cussin like a fuckin' sailor, taking shots and overall just being my crude self. Some people just can't manage with foreign substances.

I am definately no angel and don't believe I am the Answer to all that is bad. I smoke because I enjoy it. Will i smoke forever? maybe. maybe not. Is my life technically more productive now? No. But it is a tradeoff I am willing to make. And yes, Legalize it!