In Being an Alternative Family and dealing with Religion
My immediate family is very alternative in regards as to how most families function. First and foremost in my family, the priority resides with my son. All our decisions and choices ALWAYS take him into consideration first.
When Angel was pregnant with Draylan, we spent several hours a week discussing how we would deal with various situations that might arise with our son. A lot of it was discussion on how we would deal with various potential situations as they arise. Since we could not predict for EVERY possible situation, we spent a lot of time laying out guidelines on how we would deal with situations as they arise.
We know that our views and lifestyle are not the norm. But do know, that we do love and cherish our son dearly. I KNOW that we are very good parents. My argument to most people is simple. Do not question US as to our viability as parents. Take a moment and talk to my son, his words, actions, mannerisms, and personality will speak volumes as to how we are as parents.
One of the choices we made before Draylan was born, was how we would deal with Religion and the belief in God. Both Angel and I believe in the overall good in people but do not ascribe to a “Higher Power” or a particular belief in “God”. Instead, we are trying to instill in our son good judgment and general decency without having to resort to “God” this or that. I believe we’re doing a pretty good job of this.
What prompted this blog post? Tonight, Angel and I went to our local Cub Scout group meeting to see the viability of Draylan joining. We met some very nice people and felt comfortable with the general vibe of those that ran the group. We were very forthcoming and honest with the people about how our views were, they were very gracious and fairly understanding. It seems they had been questioned in the past about various beliefs. However, I do not think they were prepared for the idea of raising a child with a philosophy instead of a belief in a “Higher Power”.
It saddens me that it is very difficult to find a well organized group for children that truly separates God from the equation.
I will have to do more research. There has to be something out there. More on this later 
