When Loving Your Child Goes Too Far

<p>Just when you think you’ve seen and heard it all, another story comes along that makes you question how far people are willing to go for family.</p><p>In this episode, I’m talking about the Mount Vernon shooting case involving a 20-year-old man accused of being involved in a drive-by shooting—and the allegations that his own mother acted as a getaway driver. His father is also accused of being involved and is currently on the run.</p><p>What really stands out to me isn&#39;t just the alleged crime itself. It&#39;s the fact that we&#39;re talking about parents who, according to the allegations, became involved in their adult son&#39;s criminal activity.</p><p>As a parent, I understand loving your children and wanting to protect them. But there&#39;s a line that has to be drawn. You can love your child without helping them commit a crime. You can support your child without allowing their choices to destroy your life.</p><p>At 20 years old, he&#39;s an adult. If he chooses that lifestyle despite his parents&#39; guidance, there comes a point where you have to step back and let him face the consequences of his own decisions.</p><p>Sometimes loving your child means standing beside them. And sometimes it means standing back and saying, &quot;I&#39;m not going down this road with you.&quot;</p><p>This is my take on a story involving family, accountability, bad decisions, and the consequences that can follow when those lines get crossed.</p><p><strong>These are my personal thoughts and commentary based on publicly reported allegations.</strong></p>