It is very gratifying when one of your friends asks you to be the godparent of their latest production – and of course it would be churlish to say “no” …
… but how many godchildren do you have to take on board before you are allowed to politely bow out and leave the moral and spiritual guidance to somebody else?
Between myself and the lady wife we have enough godchildren to start a cricket team … a lot of birthdays to remember (or forget in my case) and a lot of Christmas presents to buy … oh and not to mention the probity and sobriety required at all times…
Parents often choose godparents for their children based on the size of the the godparents wallets not their moral rectitude. Great for valuable Christening presents etc. Are you loaded?
‘fraid not, though I’d probably be a bit wealthier if I didn’t have so many darling godchildren.
No one has asked me to be a Godparent yet, altough I would love to be one
I was asked to be the Godmother of an employee’s baby. Although I am honored that she thinks so much of me, it does make me a little uncomfortable to have such a personal role in her life when I am also her supervisor. I welcome your thoughts on this.
…. mmmm … and when you have to sack your goddaughter’s mother? … Unless you have a close relationship, it was probably a bit unfair of your employee to ask. They obviously hold you in high esteem and respect you, but I’m afraid it’s your call … never take on this responsibility out of duty or obligation – it’s for the child, not the parent.