Family.

1.       I believe a family is a very big commitment, not just for a married couple but also a commitment to the family members you bring into this world—you have a responsibility as an adult to take care of the people who you love and have created. Often times neglect comes into play and can cause things like divorce and split homes/families for children, and I believe that is wrong. I understand that things happen overtime whether they are for the good or for the worse, but you made a vow to commit to a person and that is a promise a person should consider forever, especially when bringing children into this world. Family members to me in my perspective provide love, support, and friendships that last a lifetime. My family is important to me, despite the fact my family is small, and my parents being divorced (which is why I support and believe in building a strong family from the beginning), I treasure and value them daily. I believe family is there for advice and to talk when you have good things happening in your life or bad; I believe family is your support system and should be there in any time of need for love and comfort. Based on the family relationships discussed in the book, I believe that establishing a family is most important, and to plan your expectations from the get go. I do not typically agree with enlarging a family unless you are financially ready and able; because without doing this, you can create many financial burdens and unnecessary problems in your family life. I believe in encouraging independence, but not neglect. Making sure your child or spouse has freedom is very important to become a healthy and successful adult in the future.