The author describes his routine of smoking marijuana and daydreaming while his son is at daycare and his wife is at work. Despite his Catholic upbringing and the stigma around drug use, the author believes that this practice enhances his ability to be a responsible parent.
The author acknowledges that marijuana dulls his senses, but argues that it also allows him to shift his perspective, gain insights, and become a better writer and person. He feels supported by his wife and believes he can still protect, honor, and love his family while engaging in this creative process.
The author reflects on how he could judge himself harshly for his marijuana use, but instead chooses to be more reasonable about it as a modern American man with a master's degree and years of therapy. He sees his marijuana use and daydreaming as tools that make him a more thoughtful and responsible parent.
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by Michael L. M... à medium.com 07-26-2024
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