Eminem said it: be a parent

Now Eminem was interviewed a few months back and when he was asked about parenting and society, he said something that made me smile: 'if you're a parent - be a parent.' It was like poetry, so he's not just a good rapper after all.

I mean when you hear about the state of British families you begin to wonder what on earth happened to society's values, respect for self and most importantly parenting!

How can parents not be interested in their child's safety and well being? Or proud of the fact that their child cannot read or write? Ok, some might have learning difficulties but granted, not the entire country.

To me, people call them 'old fashioned' values, I call them universal. The idea that having respect for yourself and children is something to shy away from is nonsense. Children need care, love and parental guidance. Why? Because they are children..

It is really quite a simple thing to understand. Yes tough love is important. Yes government can do more to eliminate the criminal activity that directly targets young children. But when it comes down to it, if parents don't look after their children. If they don't stand up for the values of decency and integrity then we as a society have to ask the question why?

Media probably doesn't help. But the reality is it is up to the individual. If I can do it so can you. Make that decision and stand up together, for if all the parents in Britain today decided to unite and say no more abuse. Then I think we could all hold our heads high knowing that we are fighting back.