What do you do to protect your kids from the ugly realities of life? How can you protect them somewhat but provide them the skills to cope with the facts that bad things happen?

I am very straightforward with my kids for any questions they ask. We don't beat around the bush about birds and bees, death and illness, etc. However, my husband is in law enforcement and that has brought many situations that I don't want my kids to hear about.

I don't want them worrying about their daddy when he is at work. Any experiences anyone would like to share?

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