Barbara LeBey, author of American Families Drifting Apart, highlights several "nontraditional" families such as single mothers, gay couples who adopt children, and grandparents who care for children their grandchildren. LeBey argues that if “traditional” families cannot prevent the rise of conflict within their homes, then these “non-traditional” families are absolutely in no position to do so (LeBey, 2005). The problem with this argument is that LeBey is prejudging something she is unfamiliar with. At the root of many prejudices is simply the fear of the unknown. We cannot make a judgment on character or how well someone can raise a child based on these factors alone. There are “traditional” families who suffer tremendously in raising their children, and there are also “non-traditional” families who succeed and support their children. This is really based on the person or people who are doing the growing and not on the circumstances of their marriage or lack thereof. LeBey also notes that the women's rights movement of the 1960s broke down many traditional aspects of marriage by encouraging sexual equality and employment opportunities, which allowed women to gain financial independence and no longer rely on about a man for money (LeBey, 2005). The reality is that we are an individualistic nation. We inadvertently put ourselves before others when we seek happiness. This is not a