Friday, August 22, 2008

Phelps is nobody's parent

Someone at a message board I frequent often, www.bobcatnation.com, linked to an article that notes the latest attempt for some parents to shift their responsibilities to others. Michael Phelps signed a deal with Kellogg's to endorse Frosted Flakes, the noted health conscious cereal. However, some people have a problem with a swimmer appearing on a box of cereal which isn't a healthy choice for children.

Since when does Phelps have a responsibility to help children eat healthier? Isn't that the responsibility of parents? Phelps has already made it known he's not too concerned with what he puts in his body...you can read his daily menu here.

If parents would rather attach responsibility for their kids' health to an athlete, then maybe those adults shouldn't have procreated in the first place.

No comments: