There is the option of preserving his youth and innocence as long as possible.
Yes, he will grow into a world of cuss words and gun shootings, but for now,
I am suggesting the option of allowing him youthful ignorance of those things.
I think it's lovely to support him in his rejection of the word "Hell".
What's wrong with agreeing that it is an inappropriate word?
I like the idea of him being soft and gentle for now. You say that I am modest and that you like that about me. I like that the child is gentle enough to reject the word "Hell", even if it is the name of a town. He will be a man soon enough and then he can cuss and make crude jokes, but let's not rush it or encourage him to use the word Hell when he's actively trying to shy away from it.
I like to imagine the world and our human society moving towards more kindness and that means considering options that may seem a bit odd or unusual. Things that have become usual in our society are not necessarily things that I want to be usual in his future.
Like the idea of carrying a gun and shooting another driver.
Or pairing off with a girl.
That does not need to be suggested and talked about as if it is inevitable.
He's a young child without the hormonal changes to even produce hair on his body, he does not need to be encouraged by a father-figure in his life to pair off with a female.
I want to allow him to bask in the innocence of youth and just enjoy humans, whether they are male or female. I heard you speaking to him about the boy you picked for Fiona and now you just need a girl for him.
Your point of view is normal and common. I'm suggesting that we step outside of the normal, accepted view and create a different world.
This may require you holding your tongue. You may imagine pairing him off with a pretty girl, but just not say anything to him about it.
That is an option.
Just to be considered.
To create a different world going forward.
