CrazyIvan 0 #26 October 22, 2004 QuotePops was more into "the stare" which just made him look retarded Not my pops', his stare was like a titan's....and I imagined that if I kept looking at him, my head would explode just like in "scanners" __________________________________________ Blue Skies and May the Force be with you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Islandcool 0 #27 October 22, 2004 QuoteQuoteThat's when I got "you're not my father!" Ah, the wealth of tart reply possibilities this generates. I know... It was hard to not let it come out but at the time it didn't seem like the "Adult" thing to do. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkydiveNFlorida 0 #28 October 22, 2004 Quotemoral == BEAT YOUR KIDS!!! passionatly..... I don't think it helps. I got the belt and it just made me lie more often. I was a complete hellion until I hit 15, then I started to grow up, got a job, etc. -A Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Deuce 1 #29 October 22, 2004 Oh, golly. Stuff like "No, I am not your dad, I make your mommy see god!" and stuff like that. As to beating kids, I am opposed to it. I really think consistency is the key. Too many parents enjoy their kids being "cheeky" until it happens in an innapropriate place or circumstance, and then it is offensive as hell. And then they lose it or beat the shit out of their kids. The problem at that point is that it is like lightening out of a clear sky, and the kids don't get it. Parenting is REALLY FUCKING HARD. It is an all-the-time thing. When you are tired and your kids are acting foolish, you have to be just as disciplinarian as when it happens when you are fresh and it is not in an embarrasing situation. Consistent, firm pressure is the key. It's how my kids teacher can have 35 of the most smartest kids in California under her control, happy and learning. That and we got Jesus to kick their asses when nobody else is watching. (Laugh at the Jesus reference, people. Have some wine.) This is a very cool picture of children making a comet at the Chabot Science Center in Oakland. -not having a "real job" now that I am a homemaker means I get to chaperone all the field trips. More dads at homeroom would settle the lads out too. The teacher loves it when I have my "room mom" days. I'm the scariest "room mom" of the bunch. Love your children. They are in the driver's seat when you are on your deathbed. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bob.dino 1 #30 October 22, 2004 Yeah, kicking the shit out of your kids in the way many here seem to have been treated would be assault in lots of countries . Ah well, different cultures I suppose. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TypicalFish 0 #31 October 22, 2004 Nobody else got the red gag ball?"I gargle no man's balls..." ussfpa on SOCNET Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jumpinfarmer 0 #32 October 22, 2004 Of all the times I got it, the one that stands out is when my Dad picked me up by the shirt and pants and through me out the back door like a pail of water. I don't remember what caused it but I remember the second or two of freefall before I landed in the yard. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Islandcool 0 #33 October 22, 2004 QuoteYeah, kicking the shit out of your kids in the way many here seem to have been treated would be assault in lots of countries . Ah well, different cultures I suppose. Lighten up Frances. I caught hell like a lot of other people. It was what it was. Hot wheel tracks, hair brushes, belts, wooden sppons and all the rest. Not saying it was right but it certainally wasn't uncommon. Being a Parent is tough and most of them did they best they could. Sometimes they fell short. I don't think my parents loved me any less than a parent that didn't hit their child. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SkydiveNFlorida 0 #34 October 22, 2004 QuoteQuoteYeah, kicking the shit out of your kids in the way many here seem to have been treated would be assault in lots of countries . Ah well, different cultures I suppose. Lighten up Frances. I caught hell like a lot of other people. It was what it was. Hot wheel tracks, hair brushes, belts, wooden sppons and all the rest. Not saying it was right but it certainally wasn't uncommon. Being a Parent is tough and most of them did they best they could. Sometimes they fell short. I don't think my parents loved me any less than a parent that didn't hit their child. I don't think he's saying it is uncommon, it sounded like he was saying it was wrong. And, I agree. I am sure your parents didn't love you any less, nor did mine. It is just unfortunate that parents often resort to violence because that makes them feel in control. A slap on the butt is one thing, but lashings are a whole different ballpark, sounds like some here got it pretty bad. Their parent's parents probably did, too... it's a cycle, unfortunately. -A Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lindsey 0 #35 October 22, 2004 QuoteYeah, kicking the shit out of your kids in the way many here seem to have been treated would be assault in lots of countries . Ah well, different cultures I suppose. It is considered assault in this country. linz-- A conservative is just a liberal who's been mugged. A liberal is just a conservative who's been to jail Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Evelyn 0 #36 October 22, 2004 QuoteQuoteWho here got the belt I prolly still have welt marks on my ass from the belt. My dad was great. He resented my mom saying "wait until your dad gets home" and then expecting him to dole out the punishment. So we had a routine...he'd hit the bed with his belt and I'd scream like I was being beaten. My mom never figured it out. Life is either a daring adventure or nothing ~ Helen Keller Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
