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<blockquote data-quote="DazedandConfused" data-source="post: 185494" data-attributes="member: 831"><p>I was thinking of Rosie Grier too. As an avid Crocheter, I think it's a great way to relax. It keeps my hands busy and my mind quiet. </p><p> </p><p>Son still has Max his baby (doll) that I got him about three years ago. He loves babies, and wanted one of his own. I hesitated and even posted about it here. His therapist advised against it because of Son wanting one so badly I was "feeding" his "obsession". </p><p> </p><p>Before I got one for him, I had several discussions about him getting a babydoll. You know, teasing and ridicule. His response was, "I don't care, I want a baby". So, I got him one from Walmart. husband didn't have a problem with it because he had his beloved Schroder (peanuts) doll when he was a kid. Son is also very aware of the opinions of his peers, so I just wanted to make sure he knew what he was getting into.</p><p> </p><p>Son slept with him and would carry him around. He would have me wash his "nappy". However, he did tell me to NEVER mention Max at school or to his friends. Son being in middle school know, doesn't carry him around anymore, and there has been talk of "getting rid of" Max. I just told Son if he decides he's tired of him, to just give him to me and I'll make sure he's taken care of. I just want to save him. But, Son changed his mind. Even a couple of his buddies know about Max, but don't hassle him about it. He does hide him when certain kids come over. I know poor Max has been thrown around the room, etc. </p><p> </p><p>A guy can make a lot of cool stuff knitting. Masculine stuff. Hats, scarfs, maybe some fingerless gloves. I would advise not to broadcast his knitting, but what if he makes something that he gets a lot of compliments on? It could go both ways. He could be teased, or admired. </p><p> </p><p>For me, I always admire anyone who does something they enjoy despite prescribed gender roles.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="DazedandConfused, post: 185494, member: 831"] I was thinking of Rosie Grier too. As an avid Crocheter, I think it's a great way to relax. It keeps my hands busy and my mind quiet. Son still has Max his baby (doll) that I got him about three years ago. He loves babies, and wanted one of his own. I hesitated and even posted about it here. His therapist advised against it because of Son wanting one so badly I was "feeding" his "obsession". Before I got one for him, I had several discussions about him getting a babydoll. You know, teasing and ridicule. His response was, "I don't care, I want a baby". So, I got him one from Walmart. husband didn't have a problem with it because he had his beloved Schroder (peanuts) doll when he was a kid. Son is also very aware of the opinions of his peers, so I just wanted to make sure he knew what he was getting into. Son slept with him and would carry him around. He would have me wash his "nappy". However, he did tell me to NEVER mention Max at school or to his friends. Son being in middle school know, doesn't carry him around anymore, and there has been talk of "getting rid of" Max. I just told Son if he decides he's tired of him, to just give him to me and I'll make sure he's taken care of. I just want to save him. But, Son changed his mind. Even a couple of his buddies know about Max, but don't hassle him about it. He does hide him when certain kids come over. I know poor Max has been thrown around the room, etc. A guy can make a lot of cool stuff knitting. Masculine stuff. Hats, scarfs, maybe some fingerless gloves. I would advise not to broadcast his knitting, but what if he makes something that he gets a lot of compliments on? It could go both ways. He could be teased, or admired. For me, I always admire anyone who does something they enjoy despite prescribed gender roles. [/QUOTE]
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