I think Maddie has hit the proverbial nail on the blunt end.

People just don't seem to have the time to spend with their kids.

All these issues can be addressed at least partly in my humble opinon (no we don't have kids....) by parents putting the effort in.

Of course the world is not a nice place- so many of us are caught up in consumerism (if you feel bad, buy something) are filled with hatred & suspicion & are pretty darn selfish.

We have enough trouble bringing up a dog- we decided long ago never to have kids, before my wife lost her health.

Oh & Anya....if I have nightmares about your av, I'm blaming you!

Tojo