Freedom by doctorjohn

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· @doctorjohn ·
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Freedom
Not many are willing to live as I do.  Not many wish to be free. I have written before about the cost of freedom, but as I consider my day, I am happy with my decisions.  Freedom is super!  ![IMG_0237.JPG](https://steemitimages.com/DQmWZXuAJGQXZkCdwYjg97ji4Uyv1vJxHHogprCRGmNdw9k/IMG_0237.JPG)

We all have life challenges.  I also have them.  Today, mine seem easy

The neighbor is getting a new roof today. Watching the workers toil in the sun with bent backs and strained ankles,  I relax in my chair with a cool drink.  I can no longer perform work.  I have shrunk my life to match my income. 

Don't get me wrong.  My neighbor works hard.  The roofers he has hired are working hard.  I am doing my best to be productive.  The system is functional.  Education and awareness make the differences between us.

Ambition is necessary for the very young to acquire.  Learning the value of education and being aware of the world are the lessons responsible adults should teach to youngsters.

My sister-in-law did not teach her children these lessons when they were little.  They struggle in the same way the workers are across the street.

Parents are responsible for their children's future.  Teach your children well.  Open your eyes to observe the behavior they use in the freedom they have as little ones.  Trick them with a loving purpose.

Here is today's beauty.

![IMG_0255.JPG](https://steemitimages.com/DQmWdZJcvEKaKfzcJRPoEyMWgMq83VCnKfdWtBBaJzrS4cX/IMG_0255.JPG)
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@shawki ·
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hi dr @doctorjohn Children must be raised well
Parents must be role models for their children
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@steemmeupscotty ·
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Too true - It seems many parents simply 'outsource' their kids' education to schools, TV, the Internet or whatever, where real humanistic values are almost impossible to come by.

p.s My comment is tinged with equal amounts of regret and hope
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