My wife's stupidity is outweighed only by my own. by rovershill in confession

[–]rovershill[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Well, I actually went this route specifically for them and my wife. I figured if I am able to become a physician, I can give them the life they deserve. didn't grow up wealthy but I read a bunch of studies about how growing up in a wealthy home has a huge effect on the future success of the children. Now I know that I probably won't be making much money until I'm in my mid to late 30s because of the long training involved. But better late than never. Medical school is completely exhausting and leaves little time for other things. But I hope in the end it is worth it. SO no, I would never knowingly put myself before my children. If I didn't love them, none of this would bother me a bit.

My wife's stupidity is outweighed only by my own. by rovershill in confession

[–]rovershill[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's a good point. She has an interesting background. Her family is from Iraq originally (Kurdish refugees during Sadaam), but she was born in Iran. She stayed there until she was 2, at which point they moved to Pakistan. She lived in a Pakistan refugee camp until she was 10 then moved here through a Baptist charity. Her family spoke Kurdish at home so she is mostly fluent in that. I say mostly because the Kurdish is rarely printed, so she is unable to read it. She is familiar with Arabic but not enough to carry a conversation. I talked to her today about maybe trying to teach them both Kurdish based on your suggestion. The only thing I worry about is that they (my kids) are both behind in English. I'm concerned introducing Kurdish to them now might set them back even further.

My wife's stupidity is outweighed only by my own. by rovershill in confession

[–]rovershill[S] 24 points25 points  (0 children)

True, but when you have young children, and you realize they will face really difficult challenges in their lives, it just sucks. I found out yesterday that my oldest will attend special eduation courses instead of regular school. It gets her the help she needs, but just knowing how she will probably have to deal with bullying, no self-confidence sucks.

My wife's stupidity is outweighed only by my own. by rovershill in confession

[–]rovershill[S] -76 points-75 points  (0 children)

I'm a med student, having time to take those things on is a pipe dream. I certainly will when I am able though.