Lizzie’s presentation on whether or not children should be able to pick what parent they stay with when one gets remarried was really interesting to me, because I was uninformed about her topic and it is now a part of my life. First of I agree with her all the way. Although it is true that kids want to rebel and, even though it is good to see both of your parents if you are unhappy with one you shouldn’t be forced to stay with them. When I watched her presentation it made me think of my life and what it would be like if one of my parents got remarried. I would be at a loss I would want to stay with them but if I did not like who they were with or even worse if they were abusive to me I would not want to be in that household. I know that not every step parent is abusive but, if they are and your parent can’t see that then they really aren’t good for your family. This should not be a situation that a kid should be forced into. The most interesting part of Lizzie’s project was when I found out there was not an age that you can request to live with strictly one parent. I have grown up thinking that at 15 if my parents split up, or if things got bad I had that right to choose where I wanted to stay. I realize now I obviously didn’t. I agree with Lizzie on her position in the controversial situation 100 percent and I would hope that it will be changed so kids have a choice to get out of a situation and be happier in life.
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