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My highly gifted son who is at university has started taking up needlework. Should I be worried?

He's moved in with this nice boy called Tarquin and they are making their own curtains. Should I organise a candle light supper for them?

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Only if the needles in question go in the arm.
Why? Is needlework dangerous? Many people who do needlework, knitting or crocheting do it to relieve stress. Be glad that he has found a positive way to do this, instead of drinking or drugs.
only if he's knitting himself pairs of panties
Mortality rates during needlework have been described as 'negligible'. I don't think you need worry.
not at all needle work is fine for everybody so dont be worried
worried about what? that he has a hobby? don't be so fast to pull the gay card, even if he was, or turned out to be........would you really care?
Needle work's the least of your worries. As long as he isn't a drunken fool with no common sense, you've done a fantastic job.
why worry...he's not using those needle in an uproductive way, is he?? He's not an addict is he??
wha...needlework is a skilled art/craft, and i would be proud of anyone who is close to me and adept at it
What's his email address. I think he's the one that should be worried. Quit meddling. If he's gay now, he always will be. Get over it.
It depends why he is taking it. I have a BS in computer science and I took Women Studies during my undergrad. I took it because it was in the list of gen ed requriements which are different for every school. If he is taking it due to that then I'm sure he is doing it to finish that gen ed block.
No! With any luck you'll get an embroidered pillow of George Michael's face for Christmas.
at least he isn't doing drugs mam
Nah, maybe one day he'll be a fashion designer and make you nice and cheap clothes
yes hes turning gay
I wouldn't be! Needle work require high concentration and perhaps even dexterity. Hey, it's better then him yahoo-ing around town with a bunch of drunken girls or getting arrested for stealing cars (just to name a few)
Why would you be worried. You should instead allow him to peacefully follow his dreams as long as they are healthy.
No unless he sits on a pin cushion like my sister did when she took up fashion design! Ouch! He might just be there to impress a girl or something!
Cowboys and sailors used to knit when on long drives or voyages. No problem :)
No. It is an excellent way to deal with stress and calm nerves because it is repetative and takes consentration (not A LOT but a good deal).
Worried about what? That your son has found a hobby that he enjoys? That he's doing something like needlework rather than drugs or drag racing or some other sport where you can be injured or killed? Or are you worried that because he has found interest in something unusual he's going to decide to have sex with men? As far as I can tell, that's a very long logical leap. Get a book and learn about needleworok yourself, be interested and involved in his life, and be open and honest with your SON. Then you won't have to worry, you'll know.
I don't think so.. It could be a way out to relieve stress. Just pay more attention to his grade and his group of friends. Observe him but don't question him unnecessary as it could affect his self esteem
Not about him, but what will the neighbours say Mrs. Bucket?
That's BOO-KAY! And I believe you're asking a serious question about as much as I believe your first name is Hyacinth.
Of course not, Hyacinth!!! He's just a very artistic lad. Takes after his mum in that way..... Now for heaven's sake, go check on Elizabeth! She is a bit clumsy with your Royal Doulton...
Maybe a bit
so gay
Is this supposed to be funny? MissedXXX! No, if you have a son who has taken up needlework, encourage him to be creative. Send him money for fabric and yarn. Give him a subcription to a DIY mag. If you are implying that your son might be homosexual, and this is distressing to you, you might try reading a bit or talking to him and find out how it is for HIM. This is not about you! Gay or straight, bi- or curious, love your son and accept him as a credible person trying to figure out how to live in the world, just as you are. He has an especially rough go of it, because of society's leanings-one way or the other. Love is the answer, not judgement.
Lady theres nothing to be worried about ur 'gifted' son just found a hobby wats wrong with that?
No. Isn't it nice for you to see that your son isn't only good at school but at the house also? Needlework doesn't mean anything it is a simple activity that anybody can do.
YES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! organise the candlelight supper, ask the vicar if he'd like to come. Pardon me .....I completely forgot about Elizabeth and her brother.. maybe he could sing for for you!
Just wait until he can run up a pair of curtains... that will be a party trick.