The only difference is in how we pay attention to what they say; but *that* element has always been there.
I offer this, to consider;
MOST of these kids are NOT ‘entitled’. They have grown up, danced between households and household – (or in a one parent household). These kids have had to grow up FAR faster than we did, because they were often the only one they could fall back on ; Grown ups were working to keep a roof over their head, and day to day ‘LIFE’ took an aside.
These kids see the world “WE” gave them to see; If I were them, I’d feel powerless too.
The Millennials are NOT the problem; the world *WE* are passing to them is the problem.
These are smart, STRONG kids; they will make fine men and women; but they will NOT suffer the bullshite we are drowned in.
Millenieals are not our enemy; they are our salvation. They will actually act on what we’ve taught; they will actually LIVE *American* values, where we have not.
Change *is* coming – it is coming through our children.
About Derek
Derek Dykes was born on his Grandmothers' birthday in January 1973. The son of a local businessman and an artist, Derek and his brother Charles both grew up in an environment where creativity was encouraged. While earning healthy grades and participating in activities was important to Derek, they always took second place to what really mattered to him - his friends and family.
Derek found himself thrust into adulthood when his father died. Taking care of his responsibilities meant that his college education was put on hold. While he was unable to afford classes, he privately continued his studies in art, literature, archeology, Celtic history, and a cornucopia of other subjects that interested him.
Derek moved home to Mobile, Alabama in early 2008 after living away for almost a decade. His journey home was a catalyst for the foundation of his first novel, MADNESS. In addition to writing, Derek enjoys photography, parenting and using any medium available to bring the creations of his mind to life. More of Derek's work can be found by visiting www.derekdykes.com