How great would it be to let our children choose whether or not to see their parents after a relationship doesn't work out? Why is one parent favored over the other? Why is it ok for ONE parent to get to make that decision on the child's behalf? If there are ZERO physical, emotional or psychological threats to the child/children, why then can the child/children not make the decision to see EITHER parent? Shouldn't it be just as fair and as easy for them to choose to see either parent as they would choose to see a friend from school? Think about it. Child "Mom, can I go to Suzie's house after school?" Mother "Sure honey, as long as you finish your homework and chores and you're home by 8." Done. ------ Child "Mom, can I go to Dad's house after school?" Mother "You'll have to wait another week until it's your dads time to see you." Wait... What??? ------ Does this only NOT make sense to me? I'm a mother. I do not think, nor will I say that this doesn't also happen in reverse. I do NOT think that a child should be without EITHER parent. I do think that if there is no threat to the child's wellbeing, they should be able to choose when they see either parent. Clearly this situation would have to have stipulations for location of the parents, etc... but, come on! Time should be either parents time. Visitation with their parents should be an open door to our youth! When will a "voice for the children" be a voice whose TRUE INTENT is FOR THE CHILDREN?!