That's a full plate there. Bless you for being that child. My youngest son was working at 14. He went out and got his own job. I was very pleased. But, I still payed for everyting. His money was for his personal spending. My son respected me. I know this for sure. I also used to work during the summer for my own money as a child of 14 and 15 and 16. I was responsible for the cooking and other things though. Had plenty of siblings. Mom worked and I still had to do as I was told. No way around it. Kat
Oh honey...My kids at 15 were definately not the owners of them selves. I made sure they ate. I made sure we had a home. I made sure they were seen by Drs.. I made sure they were safe and clothed them. It was me, not them that took care of them when they were sick. It was me that kept them alive and well, and loved them enough to care enough to want the best and healthiest life for them. Now, had they ( either of them) been on their own and paying for their schooling and food and so forth. Then so be it. They could be their own --owners of them selves. But, nope that wasn't the way it was. Live in my house, there are rules. Kat
As such, the basic overall fallacy here is that, as they are the authority figures over a child, the child is supposed to believe that only their parents' statement is explanation enough for it to be so.
Uh...yeah. They are suppose to think that. Until they can be prooved wrong. I damn sure would be one mad mamma if someone tried to undermine my authority with my child. They better damn well believe me, when I am doing whatever it takes to protect them and raise them with morals and truth and a sense of character. Bottom line here is; My child, my way, and that's the way it will be done til they are on their own. No if's ands or buts about it. Now when they become older and more ajusted in their minds. I welcome questions and debate. And if they can change my ideas, then things change. And they have before. But not often. Kat
I understand. My son finally got a clear acrylic ball. Couldn't see it too well. He has finally taken it out for good, it seems. Man...when he got that ear pierced, he started making it bigger and bigger. I mean he could put a bullet in it. Whew... I am so glad that he stopped that before it was too late. It was for shock value. He told me that, and to show others that he was cool. He now wears a brow piercing that looks good actually. Not too big or ugly. And his wife has a very pretty tiny nose one on the side. It looks good, feminine. I am not against them, just not in kids. Kat
Not arguing with you my dear. Love ya. You are a well adjusted lady that I admire. Wasn't making assumptions, I was just stating what I was told by the ones close to me. Young people. Tha tha tha thats all folks.
You are most welcome. You, me and all others here that post and read have the same rights. To be, and to have opinions, as well as post as we see fit for us. I am just waiting for the attack. But, don't really care. My kids are well adjusted adults now and are doing well. They will and do take up for me about my parenting ways. I remember when it used to be it took a village to raise a child. Now the village doesn't exist. Too many wanting to be a friend instead of a parent. Yes, I do aknowledge your parenting skills. You could probably take your kids to a restaurant and not have the waitress or waiter hate you being there. So many now let the kids just trash up the place and go on like nothing happened. Not on my watch. My kids behaved. Any droppings, I picked up. Oh, and I have nothing against any adult having piercings anywhere they want. But, the tongue one is so noticeable. It is in your face noticeable. The way one talks and the constant moving around in the mouth, and clicking on the teeth. But hey, whatever trips your trigger. As long as you are an adult. Kat
Now that wasn't nice at all speedy. Some of us are damn good mothers, strictness and all. Worked for me and my kids. At the time they thought I was too strict. Now I hear a much different story from their mouths. If we do not protect them from themselves, then who will? Parents that are either too lazy or just don't want to worry with it have kids that are selfish and with little conscience. That is my .02. Kat
Nope. Made mine weight til they were 18. Then they ran right out and did it. When my oldest turned 18 it was his nip---s. My yoingest at 18 had his toungue pierced then 1 year later it was his uh...his uh...then his eyebrow. He is something else. But, he is my stable one. So, nope. Abslolutely not on my watch. But, I did let them do their hair any color that they wanted. To the dismay of others. Kat
Yeah, I didn't think my foot would fit in my mouth. But guess what? It sure did. I think I even got some of my ankle in there too. Guess I should keep my legs shaved just in case. Gag, cough,cough. And keep them toe nails clipped? Eeeuuuwww, I just grossed myself out. Kat
I guess I missed it. Never give up easy. This place is mass disfunction, as well as a great bunch of people that are more than happy to accept you and be your friend. Hang in there. It's worth it. Kat
I honestly think that what is theirs is theirs. But, they also believe what the Lord says about leaving your kids wealth. However small or large. But, I would be perfectly happy if what they had if anything, spent it to live their life to it's fullest. I only worry about being left to pay for any debts owed. But, I guess if I do then I do. Kat
Yes maam, the Lord does work in many ways. I am so glad that the both of you are okay. It is just material things and can be replaced. Thank goodness she has insurance. We can hope this young lady learns a lesson from her mistake. You are a wonderful woman, and I appreciate you even more now than before. You handled everything just right. Hugs to you Angel. Kat
Come on people....I see you in there. These good people sit here and put up with us. And if this site wasn't free...A lot of us wouldn't be here. What a horrible thought. Let them know we appreciate them and this site. Pleeeze......pleeeze......pleeeeze. It's early, I have faith that it will come. Kat
You know I meant to add at the end of my post up there---and the love of my family. I also forgot to add that My youngest that I went to visit yesterday. Took me and my mom out for dinner too. And I got to hold and love on my grandbaby. Awwwwww. He was wearing this suit, so cute. It had a tie and slacks and vest sweater and little shirt. Oh my God, so precious.
Yoyu sweetie are truly blessed. Merry Christmas. Kat
RE: Parents Poll....HELP
I understand. My children never feared me. Wouldn't want that either.Kat