Children are beautiful gifts from God. And like the union of cement with water and fine sand they are meant to further bind, unite and solidify the union of their parents. Albeit, many are families whose union have been thrust by dagger of discord ignorantly or intentionally implanted by their children. It could be as a result of punishment melted out by a parent to a child in a bid to correct his erring behaviours or even because of over protectiveness of a parent against the wish of another, among other reasons. Sometimes, children's issues might cause a big parental crisis if handled with levity. Well, parental crises could be caused by many things but children's factor is definitely not an exception. Where this happens parents might live under same roof but stay miles apart in their minds.
As a matter of fact the whole family would pay the price should there be no urgent resolution. As a responsible son or daughter do know that you are not young to restore sanity back to your family. Even if you are 13 years old or less your age is irrelevant as to whether or not you are capable if you understand this piece. A Yoruba adage adds meaning to this when it says " *akiikere nidi eru eni* " (no one is too young in his matter). It's your family. Notice when things ain't right any longer. Be a peacemaker. You are a stakeholder!
Sadly but true, some parents are very fearsome that their wards couldn't look them in the eyes while some are directly opposite. Yet, no matter how raging your parent is s/he would have her/ his calm period. If this is your situation it's not a curse! You only need to study him or her so you can choose the best time of discussion. If you need to seek counsel from the elderly ones around don't hesitate. Sometimes private discussion with each of them is the best and where it's feasible engage both of them and speak with wisdom. You would be surprised that things would fall in place because you take a step. Even in our homes peace is possible.
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Tunde, OGUNYALE
For Peacepace Initiative... towards peace.
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