Name:   architect - Subject:   Not speaking for Copper, but... Date:   9/16/2016 7:01:57 PM (updated 9/16/2016 7:02:59 PM)

I am so pleased that you are able to shape and raise your children without ''the village''.  As for my wife and l and our own upbringing as well as that of our daughter, we are very thankful for the input and wise help of friends, relatives and neighbors, the cop at the school crossing, teachers at our public school, Sunday school teachers and ministers, our family doctor, the friendly lady that has checked us out at Kroger for 20 years, the excellent shows for adults and kids on PBS over the years and, yes, even our presidents and other public officials.  We think we gained a lot that was helpful along the way from others and I am amazed that you found the ability to do it all without any need for input from the ''village''!