Sara Kruzan: Murderer Or Victim Who Acted In Self-Defense?

The Axiom Of Responsibility

Individuals Demonstrate Valid Behavior

By Taking Responsibility

For Themselves And Their Children

A few days ago, we received a comment on an article we posted back in April, “Teens Who Commit Murder Don’t Deserve A Second Chance.” Our article focused on the case of Quantel Lotts who was convicted of first-degree murder at 14 for the stabbing death of his then 17-year-old stepbrother and is now serving a life sentence without the possibility of parole. Lotts came from an extremely abusive home with drug-addicted, negligent parents and believes that his punishment is too harsh: “‘They locked me up and threw away the keys.’ [. . .] ‘They took away all hope for the future.’” (“Teens Locked Up For Life Without A Second Chance“)

Lotts’ case is one of many that prompt the question, “Should our society sentence juveniles, in particular those who came from bad homes, to life without parole?” To us, the only logical answer is, “If they commit murder, definitely.” Yes, Lotts’ parents contributed to his actions through their negligence and abuse, and they ought to be in prison for the way they treated him. Nevertheless, he still took away his stepbrother’s life and must be held responsible for his crime. Our laws are meant not only to protect our society, but also to provide justice for victims and their loved ones, and there is no justice when we make excuses on a case by case basis for murderers who have taken away the life of another human being.

In light of this argument, the comment (which links to Feministing.com: “Sara Kruzan: Life Without Parole For Killing Her Pimp“) asks how we would handle the case of Sara Kruzan, now 29, who was convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to life without parole at 16 for killing “G.G.,” the pimp who repeatedly raped her and forced her into prostitution when she was only 13 years old. Like Lotts, Sara came from an abusive home with a drug-addicted mother, and when she met G.G. at 11, she looked up to the 31-year-old as a “father figure.” In just two short years, she went from making the Principal’s Honor Roll to working the streets. Watch Sara tell her story in her own words:

To us, Sara’s case is not really about whether or not our society should sentence juveniles who commit murder to life without parole; rather, it causes our society to examine the difference between murder and self-defense. Teens who commit murder deserve harsh sentences, but no one should be punished for acting in self-defense, even if these actions result in the perpetrator’s death. (Note: Legally, self-defense is not premeditated or “vigilante justice.”)

Did Sara murder G.G., or was she merely acting in self-defense? It is easy to imagine that after being raped and abused for three years, Sara felt trapped by G.G. and that she had no other way out. She was clearly without the monetary resources necessary to escape: As she said in her interview, “The girls would bring their money and give it to [G.G.]. [. . .] Everything was his.” However, the judge called her actions “well thought-out” and claimed she “lacked moral scruples,” ultimately sentencing her to life without parole. Without detailed facts of what actually transpired, we personally cannot support or condemn Sara’s conviction or sentence.

What is tragic about both of these stories is that neither of these teens would have been in the position to commit murder if their parents had only done their jobs. It is incredible how destructive bad parents can be! Parents, please take responsibility for your children and treat them with the utmost respect: The quality of their futures depends on it.

Anna and Ellie Sherise
Creators of Magna Sententia
Authors of Magna Sententia: The Logical Cure for Our Society

Celiac Disease & Dermatitis Herpetiformis

The Axiom Of Responsibility

Individuals Demonstrate Valid Behavior

By Taking Responsibility

For Themselves And Their Children

As you may have read in our latest post, I was recently diagnosed with Dermatitis Herpetiformis (DH) and thus also Celiac Disease (CD). I was completely shocked! It wasn’t until I met someone with CD in my late teens that I even knew the condition existed, and when I went to my dermatologist for help with an extremely itchy rash that I’d had on my hands and legs for the past several months, I had not a clue that it could be related to gluten intolerance.

Magna Sententia includes taking responsibility for your health, and CD, especially if left untreated, can damage your body in a myriad of ways: CD greatly increases your risk of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma and is also associated with Type I Diabetes, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, Crohn’s Disease, Osteoporosis, Anemia, Alopecia (hair loss), and Dental-Enamel Hypoplasia, just to name a few. Therefore, it is important for all people to be aware of CD ⁄ DH and make sure to get checked by a qualified health professional if they suspect they may be suffering from either of these disorders.

What Is Celiac Disease?

The following is taken from the Celiac Disease Foundation brochure “Celiac Disease“:

Celiac Disease (CD) is a lifelong, digestive disorder affecting children and adults. When people with CD eat foods that contain gluten, it creates an immune-mediated toxic reaction that causes damage to the small intestine and does not allow food to be properly absorbed. Even small amounts of gluten in foods can affect those with CD and cause health problems. Damage can occur to the small bowel even when there are no symptoms present.

Gluten is the common name for the proteins in specific grains that are harmful to persons with Celiac Disease. These proteins are found in ALL forms of wheat (including durum, semolina, spelt, kamut, einkorn and faro) and related grains rye, barley and triticale and MUST be eliminated.

“Classic” symptoms of CD are: “abdominal cramping, intestinal gas, distention and bloating, chronic diarrhea or constipation (or both), steatorrhea (fatty stools), anemia, weight loss with large appetite or weight gain,” fatigue, anxiety, and depression.

CD is diagnosed through antibody blood tests, and “the only treatment is the lifelong adherence to the gluten-free diet.”

What Is Dermatitis Herpetiformis?

The following is taken from the Celiac Disease Foundation brochure “Dermatitis Herpetiformis“:

Dermatitis Herpetiformis is a skin manifestation of Celiac Disease. The skin lesions of Dermatitis Herpetiformis are intensely itchy. They typically begin as groups of red bumps, often with tiny blisters on the surface of the bumps, and commonly arise on skin around the elbows, knees, buttocks, back of the neck, and scalp.

“Dermatitis Herpetiformis” is a descriptive name for the disease because “dermatitis” means inflammation of skin as manifested by redness and “herpetiformis” means similar to herpes which shows clusters of lesions. The disease is not related to herpes virus infection at all. An American dermatologist, Louis Duhring, first described the disease in 1884, and, in the past, it was called Duhring’s Disease.

The diagnosis is made by skin biopsy and blood testing.

Avoidance of all gluten is important to control the disease and prevent skin lesions from forming and to prevent the possible development of lymphoma. In addition to avoiding dietary gluten, medications may be used to help treat Dermatitis Herpetiformis. Two common medications are Dapsone and Sulfapyridine, both sulfa-based drugs.

Interesting Facts About Celiac Disease & Dermatitis Herpetiformis

• The University of Maryland Center for Celiac Research estimates that as many as 1 in 133 Americans has CD, making it one of the most common genetic diseases.
• CD is an autoimmune disease, not a food (wheat) allergy. Food allergies do not result in the body attacking itself and can improve with time; CD causes the immune system to attack the small intestine and is for life.
• Because the onset of CD requires the genetic predisposition, as well as an environmental stimulus ⁄ trigger (similar to the onset of schizophrenia), the onset of CD can occur at any age.
• Although anyone can get CD, it is more common in people of Northern European decent.
• It is speculated that CD is a result of humans going from a nomadic to an agrarian lifestyle and not being able to adequately evolve.
• All people with DH have CD, but only roughly 20 percent of those with CD have DH.
• Individuals with DH may or may not have classic symptoms of CD.
• Researchers believe that gluten can’t pass through skin, so in general people with CD only need to worry about ingesting gluten. However, DH may be aggravated by hair products, lotions, cosmetics, etc. that contain gluten.
• Numbers of autistic children have improved on a gluten-free ⁄ casein-free diet. (Casein is the protein found in dairy products.)

Resources For Celiac Disease & Dermatitis Herpetiformis

Although I realize I have only scratched the surface of CD ⁄ DH, I have found a few resources to be immensely helpful: Living Gluten-Free For Dummies by Danna Korn, The Gluten-Free Gourmet Cooks Comfort Foods by Bette Hagman, and Celiac.com.

If you have any tips for me or would like to clarify or correct what I have found in my research, please feel free to contact us or make a comment. Any advice is greatly appreciated!

Ellie Sherise
Co-Creator of Magna Sententia
Co-Author of Magna Sententia: The Logical Cure for Our Society

Disclaimer
Anna Sherise and Ellie Sherise are not licensed or trained healthcare professionals, counselors, or financial advisors. This article is provided for informational purposes only, and is not intended to take the place of the care and advice given to you by your physician, counselor, other healthcare professional, or financial advisor. Sherise Media LLC, its members and representatives, specifically disclaim all responsibility for any liability, loss, or risk, personal or otherwise, which is incurred as a consequence, directly or indirectly, of the use and application of any of the contents of this article and/or website.

President Obama’s Speech Promotes Student Responsibility

The Axiom Of Responsibility

Individuals Demonstrate Valid Behavior

By Taking Responsibility

For Themselves And Their Children

Yesterday, President Obama gave his controversial back-to-school speech. (“Obama Urges Students To Work Hard, Stay In School“) The uproar over its possible content started with “a proposed lesson plan created by the Education Department to accompany the address”:

An initial version of the plan recommended that students draft letters to themselves discussing “what they can do to help the president.” The letters “would be collected and redistributed at an appropriate later date by the teacher to make students accountable to their goals,” the plan stated.

After pressure from conservatives, the White House distributed a revised version encouraging students to write letters about how they can “achieve their short-term and long-term education goals.” [Education Secretary Arne] Duncan said Sunday that the passage was poorly worded.

Whether you believe the concerns over the speech were completely valid or political jockeying, the end result was an excellent, much-needed reinforcement of student responsibility. Please take the time to read or watch the address, and if you have children, have them do so as well. Here is an excerpt we found particularly spot on:

But at the end of the day, we can have the most dedicated teachers, the most supportive parents, and the best schools in the world – and none of it will matter unless all of you fulfill your responsibilities. Unless you show up to those schools; pay attention to those teachers; listen to your parents, grandparents and other adults; and put in the hard work it takes to succeed.

And that’s what I want to focus on today: the responsibility each of you has for your education. I want to start with the responsibility you have to yourself.

Every single one of you has something you’re good at. Every single one of you has something to offer. And you have a responsibility to yourself to discover what that is. That’s the opportunity an education can provide.

Tonight at 8 p.m. E.T., President Obama is going to address Congress about his plans for health care reform. (“Obama’s Speech A Health Care ‘Game Changer’?“) It is every American’s duty to stay informed on these issues, as the decisions of today will affect every generation to come. Please listen to both sides of the aisle with a discerning ear, and use the facts (not rhetoric) to make up your own mind.

Anna and Ellie Sherise
Creators of Magna Sententia
Authors of Magna Sententia: The Logical Cure for Our Society

Update: Michael Jackson Died Of Propofol Overdose

The Axiom Of Responsibility

Individuals Demonstrate Valid Behavior

By Taking Responsibility

For Themselves And Their Children

We finally know the cause of Michael Jackson’s death: “According to court documents released Monday, Dr. Lakshmanan Sathyavagiswaran, the chief medical examiner-coroner for Los Angeles County, concluded Jackson died of an overdose of propofol,” “a powerful anesthetic.” (“Sleepless Night Preceded Jackson’s Death“) Even though Dr. Sathyavagiswaran’s conclusion confirms what was commonly suspected, for countless fans and admirers, the finality of this news is quite sad.

The propofol, along with doses of Valium, “the anti-anxiety drug lorazepam (known by its brand name, Ativan) and midazolam (known as Versed)” where all administered to Jackson by his personal physician, cardiologist Dr. Conrad Murray, within his final 12 hours. In addition, it seems that Murray waited for a questionable period of time before calling 911 after he noticed Jackson had stopped breathing, and although no criminal charges have yet been filed, many speculate that Murray will soon be arrested for his role in Jackson’s death.

Whether or not Murray’s claims are true that “the singer even called [propofol] his ‘milk’ because of its milky appearance” and on the night of his death, “Jackson was repeatedly asking — even demanding — that Murray give him more propofol to help him sleep,” Murray is still responsible for his actions: As the medical professional who took the Hippocratic Oath, he obviously knew the dangers of what he was doing and should face the consequences.

Nevertheless, it is truly Michael Jackson who is ultimately responsible for his own death. According to Magna Sententia, we all must take responsibility for our actions and our health. This doesn’t mean that we’re problem-free; rather, it means that when we do find ourselves engaging in unhealthy behavior, we take action and get the help we need to overcome our problems. No one is perfect, but there is hope for everyone who is willing to change.

Anna and Ellie Sherise
Creators of Magna Sententia
Authors of Magna Sententia: The Logical Cure for Our Society

[For more on Michael Jackson, please see "Michael Jackson Was Many Things, But A 'Good Father'?"]

Free Writing Fridays: Maria Shiver’s Eulogy Of Her Mother

The Axiom Of Responsibility

Individuals Demonstrate Valid Behavior

By Taking Responsibility

For Themselves And Their Children

If you are a mother, I strongly urge you (no matter how old your children, how busy you are, or how frazzled you feel) to watch or read Maria Shriver’s eulogy of her mother, Eunice Kennedy Shriver. In a society where the importance of motherhood and raising children well seems to have taken a back seat to materialism, Botox, overzealous feminism, and the joys of sex, Ms. Shriver’s eulogy returns our focus to what is truly valuable in a mother’s (or father’s) life: her (or his) partner and children.

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If you are fortunate enough to have a mother who loves you, disciplines you, is always in your corner and close to you throughout your life, consider yourself abundantly blessed. On the other hand, if you (like so many) do not have a loving mother who set a good example for you, please don’t lose hope. You are not alone. Many women have had abusive, selfish, lazy, alcoholic, or drug-addicted mothers who did nothing for their children but cause them pain and suffering throughout their childhoods and beyond. Moreover, although this can be (and often is) devastating, the key is for you to be the one who breaks the cycle. Regardless of what you’ve been through, you are strong enough to turn away from destructive and/or cruel behavior and mother your children in a loving, honorable way.

It is imperative for the mothers of our nation to understand their vital role in keeping our country strong and families together, and in instilling character and a work ethic in our children. The only job that is equal to being a mother is the job of being a father.

If you struggle with how to be a good mother, or what that means exactly, please seek out resources to help you: counseling, parenting classes, other parents you respect, and books. There are a multitude of books written specifically to help you in this area. In fact, a portion of our book, Magna Sententia: The Logical Cure for Our Society, is dedicated to explaining the basics of what it means to take responsibility for your children.

Whatever you do, never give up. As Eunice Kennedy Shriver said to her daughter, “I don’t what to hear one more yip out of you, get your job done, and don’t come back until you’re finished.” That is not meant to be harsh, it just shows that as mothers, we have no choice but to work each day to do our best in this critical role and we can never stop, no matter how difficult it gets.

If there is anything Ellie or I can do to help you meet this huge challenge, please contact us. We would be honored to help!

Anna Sherise
Co-Creator of Magna Sententia
Co-Author of Magna Sententia: The Logical Cure for Our Society

Michael Vick Doesn’t Deserve A Second Chance

The Axiom Of Responsibility

Individuals Demonstrate Valid Behavior

By Taking Responsibility

For Themselves And Their Children

“Once the NFL’s highest-paid player” as quarterback for the Atlanta Falcons, Michael Vick was recently released after “[serving] 18 months of a 23-month sentence in federal prison” for “conspiracy and running a dog-fighting ring that brutally killed and tortured canines.” (“Michael Vick’s Second Chance With the Eagles; Now What?“)

What is life like now for Vick, “a man who hanged dogs from trees, electrocuted them with jumper cables, held them underwater until they drowned in his swimming pool, and even threw his own family dogs into the fighting pit to be torn to shreds while he laughed”? The Philadelphia Eagles signed him to a “$1.6 million one-year deal with the team, with an option for a second year.” Not only will he “be able to participate in team practices, meetings and two pre-season games,” but there is also the possibility that on “week six of the regular season,” he will become “eligible for full reinstatement.”

With this decision, the Eagles have made a huge mistake that negatively affects our entire society: Like it or not, because of their high profile playing football and advertising products, professional football players are seen as role models, as well as representatives of America and its culture. Vick does not deserve this honor in any way, shape, or form, and by signing him, the Eagles have put a disgrace to the sport (and humankind) in one of their team’s most important positions.

Being a highly-paid quarterback in the NFL really is an honor: Given the caliber of talent, ability, and level of sportsmanship in the NFL, a spot at the top of the pay scale is quite an honor. Further, the position of quarterback carries the responsibility of team leadership, also an honor. Sadly, many of America’s professional athletes do not appreciate the honor of their positions, conducting themselves, both on and off the field, in a manner unworthy of respect. It is time America held her professional athletes responsible for their actions, and it is time these athletes’ behavior reflected the privilege of their prominent positions.

In his attempt to win back public favor, Michael Vick has conducted a number of interviews, including one last Sunday night on 60 Minutes. During these interviews, Vick repeats various versions of statements like, “I know I made mistakes and have done some terrible things and made a horrible mistake. [. . .] And, now, I want to be a part of the solution and not the problem.” Unfortunately for Vick, these assertions come off as completely unbelievable. His “apologies” appear forced, regurgitated, and extremely disingenuous, as though he isn’t sorry for the disgusting acts he has committed, but rather that he got caught.

According to Magna Sententia, we are all responsible for our behavior and must face the consequences of our choices. Because he completed his prison term, Michael Vick is a free man who should be allowed to earn a living, but not in a public position that influences society and represents our country.

Anna and Ellie Sherise
Creators of Magna Sententia
Authors of Magna Sententia: The Logical Cure for Our Society

Michael Jackson Was Many Things, But A “Good Father”?

The Axiom Of Responsibility

Individuals Demonstrate Valid Behavior

By Taking Responsibility

For Themselves And Their Children

Michael Jackson is still all over the news with stories about his drug addiction, the possible role his doctor played in his death, the custody battle for his children, and whether or not the Norwegian rapper Omar Bhatti is his son. Day in and day out, through interviews with former employees, friends, business associates, and anyone else who has the slightest, most insignificant details to provide the media, each and every detail of Jackson’s life is dissected.

To our amazement, Jackson is consistently called a “good father” throughout the majority of these reports. Yes, Michael Jackson was a fabulous entertainer whose music brought joy to people around the globe, a historic icon even. However, “good father” is not an appropriate label for him, and here’s why:

When you become a parent (no matter how), you become responsible for your child. According to Magna Sententia, taking responsibility for your children means providing them with food, shelter, and protection; making sure they receive a proper education; teaching them the value of hard work, fostering their character, being the director of your home, and setting a good example for them, just to name a few.

Given that he was a drug addict, there is no way Jackson could have fulfilled all of these responsibilities to his children. (Setting a good example?) Worst of all, his addiction led to his death, which means that his 79-year-old mother must now assume all of his responsibilities to his children. His mother may be a wonderful woman with a loving, kind, compassionate heart; regardless, Jackson should never have so irresponsibly endangered himself, in effect burdening his mother with his three children.

As parents, we must hold ourselves to a higher standard. We must do everything within our power to meet all of our responsibilities to our children and be a positive example for them to use to pattern their lives. Most importantly, we must protect ourselves from unnecessary dangers so that we can fulfill our commitment to them.

Although we hate to say something negative about a person so many love, the truth is that when Michael Jackson abused drugs after becoming a parent, he disqualified himself from meeting the criteria of a “good father.”

Anna and Ellie Sherise
Creators of Magna Sententia
Authors of Magna Sententia: The Logical Cure for Our Society

Adult Children Are Not Responsible For Their Parents’ Bills

The Axiom Of Responsibility

Individuals Demonstrate Valid Behavior

By Taking Responsibility

For Themselves And Their Children

Shocking, but true: you could be held liable for your parent’s financial obligations.

“‘Filial support’ or ‘filial responsibility’ — the term often used to describe an adult child’s obligation to a parent” has become the legal basis for lawsuits brought by nursing homes against adult children for their parents’ unpaid nursing home bills. (“Pay Your Parents’ Bills Or Else“)

The idea that adult children should be held legally responsible for their parents’ welfare dates back to 17th-century England and carried over to colonial America. Today, some form of filial support remains on the books in 30 states but, [. . .] only Pennsylvania and South Dakota have recent track records of health care providers using the law to sue patients’ children. It’s unclear whether nursing facilities in other states will ever employ the law in a similar fashion.

There aren’t words strong enough to adequately express our opposition to these laws and the idea of “filial responsibility.” According to Magna Sententia, you — and only you — are responsible for yourself once you reach 18 years of age. You are responsible for the financial decisions you make during your adult years: whether or not you save, live within your means, or prepare for your retirement years. How you go about doing this (or if you do this at all) is your business. If you fall on hard times and are not adequately prepared, it is no one’s fault but your own.

Please understand: If you want to help your parents in their time of need, by all means, do it. Forcing you to come to your parents’ aid, however, is entirely different: To legally burden you, the adult child, with your parents’ bills is outrageous! You didn’t make your parents’ financial decisions for them, so why should you be liable for their debts?

Also, consider the numbers of adult children who are estranged from their parents for good reason. Many times, this estrangement is the result of years and years of mistreatment, and this type of legal obligation would be an incredible burden on those who, in our opinion, have already suffered enough.

“Filial support” or “filial responsibility” is not a matter of taking care of your parents or loving them enough to help them out. It’s about making individuals responsible for something that isn’t their responsibility.

Anna and Ellie Sherise
Creators of Magna Sententia
Authors of Magna Sententia: The Logical Cure for Our Society

Michelle Obama’s Words Of Wisdom For New College Students

The Axiom Of Responsibility

Individuals Demonstrate Valid Behavior

By Taking Responsibility

For Themselves And Their Children

Yesterday, First Lady Michelle Obama delivered many words of wisdom to the 2009 graduating class of Washington Math Science Technical (WMST) High School when she spoke at their commencement ceremony. (“Michelle Obama To High School Grads: ‘You Are More Than Ready’“) Regardless of your age, if you are starting or returning to college this fall, please take a few moments to listen to Ms. Obama’s heartfelt speech.

Living according to Magna Sententia means taking responsibility for every area of our lives, including our education. Ms. Obama’s encouragement for students to get to know their professors, ask questions, and believe in themselves is so important because these are the first steps in becoming successful as we pursue our higher education. In addition, her advice to participate in the entire college experience, learn a foreign language, and get to know people different from ourselves is vital to understanding our world and our place in it.

Higher education can be scary, and at times “we all have doubts” about whether we are up to the task, but as Ms. Obama said, “In the end, we are all ready.” Education is the key to our future, and the most important element for success is perseverance.

Anna and Ellie Sherise
Creators of Magna Sententia
Authors of Magna Sententia: The Logical Cure for Our Society

Daniel Hauser & Alexander Draper: Medically Neglected Teens

The Axiom Of Responsibility

Individuals Demonstrate Valid Behavior

By Taking Responsibility

For Themselves And Their Children

It seems as though there is a constant stream of horrific stories about parental abuse, neglect, and murder, and it makes us sick. Just consider the stories of 13-year-old Daniel Hauser and 14-year-old Alexander Draper making Internet headlines this afternoon:

Daniel [Hauser] was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma and stopped chemotherapy in February after a single treatment. He and his parents [Colleen and Anthony Hauser] opted instead for “alternative medicines” based on their religious beliefs. Child protection workers accused Daniel’s parents of medical neglect; but in court, his mother insisted the boy wouldn’t submit to chemotherapy for religious reasons and she said she wouldn’t comply if the court orders it.

Doctors have said Daniel’s cancer had up to a 90 percent chance of being cured with chemotherapy and radiation. Without those treatments, doctors said his chances of survival are 5 percent.

Daniel’s parents have been supporting what they say is their son’s decision to treat the disease with nutritional supplements and other alternative treatments favored by the Nemenhah Band. The Missouri-based religious group believes in natural healing methods advocated by some American Indians. [. . .] Daniel’s tumor shrunk after the first chemotherapy session, but X-rays show it has grown since he stopped the chemotherapy. (“Judge Rules Family Can’t Refuse Chemo For Boy“)

Given his age, coupled with the fact that “court filings also indicated [he] has a learning disability and can’t read,” Daniel is in no position to make decisions regarding his treatment, and it is negligent for his parents to give him this responsibility. To make matters worse, after Brown County District Judge John Rodenberg ordered Colleen and Anthony Hauser to seek traditional cancer treatment for their son, Colleen fled with Daniel to Mexico. (“Daniel Hauser’s Dad Pleas For Mom, Cancer Teen Fleeing Chemo To Return Home“) As to the claim that this order violates the Hausers’ religious freedom: Religious freedom, which protects against governmental persecution for worshiping in one’s chosen manner, does not give parents the right to criminally neglect their children.

Next comes the story of negligent mother Jerri Gray of Greenville County, S.C., whose son Alexander Draper is 555 pounds and “at a critical stage of health risk.” When the state ordered the boy to be taken into protective custody “due to medical neglect,” Gray also fled with her son. (“Mom, 555-Pound Son Found In Baltimore“) Fortunately, the two “were found hundreds of miles from their home [. . .] parked near a Laundromat in Baltimore, MD.”

According to Magna Sententia, parents are responsible for their children’s health. These awful stories of medical neglect will hopefully remind all of us that we do not own our children. They are our responsibility, and we must treat them with the utmost care and respect.

Anna and Ellie Sherise
Creators of Magna Sententia
Authors of Magna Sententia: The Logical Cure for Our Society