No crap – of course boys (and many girls) will be ‘rough and tumble’, which is what many folks say they mean with this expression. What people forget is that these ‘boys’ will also be little jackasses if we let them. And that’s the whole point. Sure, people make mistakes. Sure, ‘Boys will be Boys’, but if you don’t correct the behavior, if you don’t tell them and show them that there are better ways to live and behave, you just end up with a generation or ten of grown men who act like spoiled children, excusing their poor behavior, their bullying, their sexual attitudes, because they think that its alright. So here we are, stuck as a society trying to ‘raise’ grown boys into Men –
because, while ‘boys will indeed be boys’, MEN will behave better.
Time to grow up, 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