Finding joy in crappy places.

Being a parent can be very difficult, jumping into parenthood with a teenager can be lethal.  There are so many times where I want to strangle - well everyone, myself included.  But, the good does outweigh the bad.  I've got an amazing son, who truly is a reason worth living for - but I'll tell you one thing - he can be a total prick.  I find the joy by setting aside a ton of what matters to me and taking a moment to step back into being a teen - though I was never like this kid, I swear - (parents might disagree) it doesn't matter.  When I put myself in his shoes, I can see it, as dimly as he does.  So I can't blame him for the heartache, the ulcers, the tragedy, that's all my crap.  What I can see is his simple and fun view of the world, his friends, their fart jokes, and all the other bits that made being a 15 year old worth living.  Man I wish I could give my 15 year old self a call and get some perspective.