"My kids are 8 and 5 and they enjoy looking for candy-filled plastic eggs in the back yard.  I don't think they have any idea of the religious aspects of the holiday at this point.  We also don't have any story about an easter…"

"My first reaction: 1) Society may well have shaped men to feel more driven to focus on their careers than women. 2) Society may well have conditioned women to feel guilt if they don't report enjoyment when spending time on parenting duties. 3)…"

"I would say that I identify as being "culturally American", but that this often means there are some Christian components.   My family celebrates Christmas with a tree and stockings and Santa.  We celebrate Easter with an egg…"

"Great story, Drew!   I know what you mean about fearing that the religious child will inadvertently damage your child more than vice versa.  As much as religious fundamentalists like to claim persecution at the hands of a godless, secular…"

"I'll second the idea of seeing a psychiatrist.  Also, play therapy can be really helpful, but, like anyone working with your children, you'll want to vet them some first.  Another thing that might help a little on the fringes is…"

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