Just so we're perfectly clear...

...those of you who think that sexual intimacy has anything to do with fidelity, marriage, babies or maturity -- you're grossly outnumbered. Sometimes, it's just a flitting pasttime that kids want to participate in. You know, the way we used to jump rope, or play cards, or listen to the radio.

"I felt like having sex."

The teenager [who said that] is one of 33 schoolgirls who have been fitted with the device in Southampton [UK] as part of a controversial government initiative to drive down teenage pregnancies. Now she has broken her silence to defend her actions, saying she believes she acted responsibly by taking measures to stop herself getting pregnant. And her mother insisted she was "proud" of her daughter, although she claimed performing a minor surgical procedure at school without parental consent was "morally wrong".

The girl said: "The implant works really well and I think it is a good service...I think it has really helped me because if I am with my boyfriend and we feel like having sex, I have the peace of mind knowing that I am OK."

Is that clear? Sex with a 13-yr-old used to be considered statutory rape. Now its a bore that must be made sterile so there are no burdens later. And the mother is fine with the activity, expressing only the mildest concern that she wasn't consulted.

This happened in the schools on the taxpayers' dime. And no one raises an eyebrow--except for the snafu over permissions. Here, the child offers the "wisdom" of her generation:

"But I am glad I have told her now. I'd rather tell her I've had an implant than tell her I was pregnant." Her mother said she was proud her daughter has taken responsibility to protect herself.

Confidentiality. Professionalism. Indulgence of the particular needs of those under age sixteen:

"But we believe it's vital all young people, particularly those who are younger and may be more vulnerable, have a safe, confidential place to access advice, information, and support around sexual health and relationships.

"In some cases, this may include access to contraceptive implants from an appropriately qualified professional working within strict legal protocols.

"In these circumstances, we would include appropriate discussion and support for the young person in making that decision, during the fitting and in follow up afterwards.

"Young people may also need wider emotional and practical support in managing relationships, particularly where they are more vulnerable either because of their age or other personal circumstances."

This is called "managing relationships" in a morally bankrupt world. God help us.