Of course, what is interesting is that many people did not choose to be parents and their offspring were the product of quiet another instinct, and that fact has led to much of the complexities in our modern social landscape !
I think he meant that not everyone who is physically capable of becoming a parent, may not be cut out for it, or want to be a parent, resulting in a less than nurturing atmosphere for both parent and child
I chose NOT to have children for the reasons Mr. Rogers expresses so eloquently here. Many things entered into that decision, all of them personal. I knew at a very young age that I would rather die than have children. I don’t think anyone who feels that way should enter into parenthood. But it was interesting when I was in my 30s how many people asked me when I was going to have my family. What’s a family, anyway? Mine comprised several random neighborhood kids who desperately needed the company of a responsible adult and the 10k+ students I taught over 35 years in the classroom.
I thought it was a way too personal question to ask anyone. There are so many possibilities for why a person might not have children, and some of those reasons are immeasurably sad.
As always, Mr. Rogers’ words leave me a bit breathless. This quote is so true, and sadly, many parents don’t realize the effect they have on their children. But on the other hand, as I watch my own ‘children’ raise their children, I see how absolutely observant and right Mr. Rogers was.
DUDE! I love him! Super great message. I just saw the preview to the movie. It will be a must-watch for me. Great casting as the chose Tom Hanks for it.
So true. When we are ready for unconditional love and want to sacrifice our life and receive nothing in exchange for the sake of our children and humanity, we are parents.
I didn't have my glasses on.... 
He was brilliant. Kind and brilliant. We need him.
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We do
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Of course, what is interesting is that many people did not choose to be parents and their offspring were the product of quiet another instinct, and that fact has led to much of the complexities in our modern social landscape !
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I think you are very right
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What does that mean?
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I think he meant that not everyone who is physically capable of becoming a parent, may not be cut out for it, or want to be a parent, resulting in a less than nurturing atmosphere for both parent and child
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Ah, that’s absolutely true.
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Even if his words are true, they don’t indicate a person will actually be a good parent or possess the parental qualities that a child needs.
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Sadly, this is very true
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Being Dad is the best and most difficult job I’ve ever had. They’re all grown up now and are wonderful people, so I guess we did okay.
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Absolutely
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LOVE Mr. Rogers! 🙂
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Me too, he had such a naturally kind and wise approach to the world
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🙂 yes……..one man i hope to meet at another time and place. 🙂
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Great words…looking forward to seeing Tom Hanks in the film about his life!
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Me too –
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Very eloquently expressed.
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he is always eloquent
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Indeed. Full of great advice
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any quote from Fred Rogers is worth sharing – thanks for doing so. He is one of my heroes!
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me too –
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goosebumps and teared up eyes ❤ Beautiful!! Love Mr R!
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I chose NOT to have children for the reasons Mr. Rogers expresses so eloquently here. Many things entered into that decision, all of them personal. I knew at a very young age that I would rather die than have children. I don’t think anyone who feels that way should enter into parenthood. But it was interesting when I was in my 30s how many people asked me when I was going to have my family. What’s a family, anyway? Mine comprised several random neighborhood kids who desperately needed the company of a responsible adult and the 10k+ students I taught over 35 years in the classroom.
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we each have our own personal definition of what family means to us. it always amazes me when people ask that question
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I thought it was a way too personal question to ask anyone. There are so many possibilities for why a person might not have children, and some of those reasons are immeasurably sad.
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I so agree and it’s none of anyone’s business unless you choose to share it
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Ty
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Even looking into his eyes brings such a sense of calm and gentleness. Thank you, Beth! Cher xo
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It does-
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As always, Mr. Rogers’ words leave me a bit breathless. This quote is so true, and sadly, many parents don’t realize the effect they have on their children. But on the other hand, as I watch my own ‘children’ raise their children, I see how absolutely observant and right Mr. Rogers was.
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he sure was
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Oh, yes!
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❤️
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DUDE! I love him! Super great message. I just saw the preview to the movie. It will be a must-watch for me. Great casting as the chose Tom Hanks for it.
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I can’t wait
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So true. When we are ready for unconditional love and want to sacrifice our life and receive nothing in exchange for the sake of our children and humanity, we are parents.
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True that, Mr. Rogers.
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He knows
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