As Fall approaches many households become divided and will remain this way for a few months. Evidence of the division is visible during visits or conversations, especially on Thursdays, Sundays and Mondays. Couples who appeared happy three weeks ago, as they returned from vacation, now sit on opposite ends of the couch refusing to get any closer. Children are stuck in the middle, unsure as to whether they should support their mother, father or take their own stance.
While this separation does not take place in every home, most people know of a family that is affected by.... FOOTBALL SEASON. Yes football, the great American sport that sometimes brings friends together and stretches families apart (only for them to reunite in Feb.).
I'm sure most of you are smiling by now. Knowing that I wasn't speaking of any serious matter, but separation in the family is a sad reality. Everyday parents and children end up in conflict over someone's selfishness or inability to look at a situation with an open mind. Causing unnecessary tension and sometimes long term hurt.
As we go through each day, I hope we take time to consider the feelings of those we interact with on a regular basis. Appreciate the similarities we have and talk through the differences that make us unique.
Let your only long term rivalry include a ball and jersey.
Go Giants!!
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