Review: AMEN...Parents need to read and be consistant
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 04 6, 2012
There are a few spelling problems (conversation is the bizarre word in the introduction that is scrambled twice).  However, those errors do not detract from the heart of this help book.I have observed a family of young men raised with these principles and another where much of this was never enforced.  These boys are now young men, in college or starting their first real jobs, living without parents around to supervise them daily.  Those who learned respect and could talk to adults from young ages were also emcouraged to always give their best.  Every time I run into one of these 'boys' it is a gift.  I am happy to help them in any way I can, and enjoy every moment together.The other 'boys' were cute toddlers, but as they approached school age, these boys sunk attentions into video games and what was plugged into their ears via earphones.  My daughters had the same electronic devices, but understood they were to be used to avoid boredom...long car rides with one driver and multiple passengers under 21 or at home to entertain themselves once chores and homework were completed.  I am sorry to say that on social occasions, these boys retreat away from all adults unless there is food present.  They appear then long enough to load up a plate before (no ladies first, no thought to assisting frail elderly relatives, no portion control with thoughts that they can get more on a second trip but should give all an opportunity to have a taste.)Of the "boys" I know which ones are/have been more successful in their advanced studies.  Their manners have helped them obtain steady employment or have limited them to temporary seasonal work where they have little contact with customers.Start early, don't give in or give up.  Good manners, good attitudes towards the importance of education and always making an effort to think beyond yourself (try to see how the other person is thinking and use that to adjust how you approach a problem).  These are necessary Adult skills that need years to learn.  If you start early, their teen years are easier on the parents and on the teens.Parents of girls. this book has some good ideas for you too!