My experience with two of my children:
DS16 decided he would be a cartoonist at 10 years old. I did not comment, nor did I bother to send him to classes to nurture him artistically. When he finished high school at 12, we waited 2 years before deciding what to do. He chose to go to college at 14 when he managed to get a place to read fine arts in animation with a good college.
Two months ago, for the first time since he was 10, he told me he was thinking about studying archeology for post grad and become a researcher. Two days later, he changed his mind and said he'd stay with animation, his first love. Since he turned 16 a few months ago, he managed to land freelance jobs with gaming companies. I think it is a good way for him to taste and decide his future.
DD14 has plans to go to college in Spring. She has her hearts set on psychology. We have not found a college suitable yet. I tried to steer her towards law to no avail. So, I planned for her to be attached to our psychologist this Christmas. We'll see if she sticks to her choice.
Last edited by 2ppaamm; 11/10/10 09:32 AM.
