Ah, but you’re not helpless! I’ve come to respect many of your replies and you’ve taught me or guided me in directions unknowingly. If you’ve led me, I’m sure there are plenty of others. My BIL is a vet and though, he’s not able to express himself as well as you, his anger and frustration bubbles over as well. You should perhaps change perspective with your son. I have boys around his age and as a mother, I know the fear of trying to keep your children safe. There is no doubt in my mind, he is only wanting to be a man like his father. Take pride in that. When our children admire, respect, and even want to be like us, there is no better form of flattery.

I agree that we all found our way here through a divine reason. There’s no doubt in my mind that when it all happens, we will be the ones to answer, take charge, and lead. I even have a theory that the men and women in the military that stood their ground and didn’t get jabbed will become the next military leaders. You are not helpless in any of this, you have probably done more than you know! Thank you for everything you’ve done then and now!