Wow, that was different. I have got a lot of solutions and comments about what you went through (as I am an expert parent), but here is the short version.

I am so happy that you have actually given thought to parenting beyond the social, religious, scientific, and new age garbage that is out there. The art of being a parent starts with a heart that cares.

I mean, you had a part in creating life. You might as well get go beyond the procreation stage and get engaged in fulfilling the ultimate calling of parenthood: passing on wisdom to your children.

You've got to have some yourself of course!

Nice post. I'd like to start a series on parenting.