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[quote=Anonymous]Live and let live people.  I don't care what other people do, just don't be self-righteous about it and judge my choices.

I think the world (or at least DC) would be a much happier place if people judged less and stopped feeling guilty about everything.

I grew up eating fast food occasionally and watching TV a good deal (youngest of 5, latch-key kid).  I also read a ton of books, played sports, got straight As, and got an advanced degree.  My parents had some rules (no sugar cereals, nu bubble gum) but in general were pretty laid back.  And I have lots of nice memories of watching TV together over the years (baseball with my Dad, Masterpiece Theater Sherlock Holmes with my Mom).  I also loved "The Love Boat" and "Fantasy Island." (yes, I'm old)

I am pretty laid back as well.  My kid doesn't watch much TV during the week because she is at day care, but on the weekend she watches cartoons in the morning and sports (with us) during the day.  I don't have a time limit on it, its just whatever seems reasonable based on that day, the weather, our schedule, etc.

We go out to eat pretty regularly and sometimes its fast food.  I know its not the healthiest thing in the world, but 80% of time we are eating well at home.

Bottom line... I like fast food and TV, and I don't feel an ounce of guilt for either.  I set reasonable limits with my kid, but I grew up with the stuff and turned out fine.  I won't judge you if you stop implying that my kid will be fat and stupid because of my choices.[/quote]

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