I use text talk on facebook if I am posting from my phone. It is too much work otherwise.

Thank you sisters. :grouphug: Jennifer, my biggest problem is low self esteem, doubt... not taking authority, so yes... you are so right. Juniper, you are such a good friend. :001_wub: :lol: I feel so much better now.

It is speech that irritates me the most, because I know that intelligent people have LDs that keep them from having writing that looks intelligent. The worst offenders: "We was" "They was" "Let me ax you something"

So true, but this makes me too lenient on my kids... thoughts on that? In addition I am very rarely sure about what I am doing and it shows. Compliant kids doesn't mean good people or good adults either. sigh. So confusing. LOVE IT. Thank you!

Thanks! Yes. True. Yeah, I thought that one was pretty stupid, as the bolded doesn't apply to non-Christians, but the unbolded explanation doesn't apply to Christians, but is just to slam non-Christians. LOL :D Love you ladies!!!:grouphug:

Or that you'll continue to have a mutually loving relationship with them.

:iagree:THANK YOU!

:iagree:Yes. This was my mom too.

Thank you. I really hated this list and just wanted some commiseration. :D

Discuss. Especially if you disagree, since this list is anything but unique. http://www.homeschoolconvention.com/blog/top-ten-ways-to-ruin-your-kids-for-life/ There are all types of lists for parents. If you want a list to ruin your kids forever, here’s a list for you. 1. Give your kid everything he wants. Don’t deny what will truly make him happy. Overvalue money and things in his eyes. 2. Dress your child in designer clothes, no matter the cost. Show her that her outward appearance matters most of all. 3. Place your child’s needs over that of your spouse’s. If he cries, run to him immediately. If he interrupts, give him your full attention. 4. Entertain your child throughout the day. If she wants to play tea, put your plans aside. If she wants to watch her favorite movie for the 100th time, forget your idea for going for a walk and getting some sunshine. 5. Plan your menu around your child’s desires. No child should have to eat something he doesn’t like. If, by chance, you want to make something other than macaroni and cheese or peanut butter and jelly, feel free to cook your own meal, just as long as you have time to fix what your child likes. 6. Sign your child up for as many extracurricular activities as she desires, even if it means giving up your evening plans on a regular basis. Don’t worry about trying to gather around the dinner table either. He can only be in the Junior Soccer League for so long, and you don’t want him to miss out. 7. Don’t discipline your child when she acts up. Everyone should learn to express herself in her own way. If she demands something, then applaud her efforts. At least you know that she will not be a pushover or a doormat in this world. 8. Don’t worry when your child fights with neighbor kids or even when he is a bully. Life is not fair and someone always has to be the underdog. At least your child is learning to elbow his way to the top at a young age. 9. When your child has a disagreement with her teacher, always choose your child’s side. Don’t show up when the teacher wants to discuss your child’s problems. The teacher will want to take a course of disciplinary action and that’ll hurt your child’s feelings. 10. Don’t share your faith with your child. After all, you don’t want to offend. Give your child the option if she wants to hear Bible stories and don’t pressure her to memorize Scripture verses. She might get disheartened if she doesn’t get it right the first time and you’ll ruin her self-esteem. More than that, you don’t want her to know there’s a God who runs the universe, makes the rules, and determines eternity. The thought is too hard and your child might not understand. More than that, she won’t be self-dependent and strive to be a good person. Do you see your parenting shine in any of these areas? Congratulations! You’re on your way to succeeding at your goal. Keep up the good work and you’ll have a very happy child … and just take a moment to consider what type of an adult your child will grow up to be–one that will stand out about the crowd, without a doubt!

I am so glad I found this thread!

When I still had in-laws, we tried leaving the youngest there only to find he was left 2 floors down with a very immature cousin who was not really watching him. We never tried leaving the kids there again. So no, you aren't crazy or wrong... but it was pretty obvious by my in-laws attitude that they aren't good at watching little kids, it wasn't just the cousin situation kwim?

Potato leak soup with a raw salad made with the tomatoes and red pepper (do you have parmesan cheese and/or Italian flavored meat?) ETA: same basic idea :)

I understand that it should be based on ability. I was just annoyed that no one informed me of that and I thought she would be in with kids her same age. The last thing my 10 year old DD wants to do is deal with a 5 year old (in an advanced tumbling dance class that is listed as for ages 9-10) who is just as bratty as her brother. Another problem I have run into is that the opposite is not true. Since my 10 year old has not already had ballet for years I can't find a good dance school that has any classes available for her at all. :( Sorry for the completely OT hi-jack, OP.

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I believe you are the first to bring this up.

I have also seen dance classes with kids outside of the age range, but it was because those kids were in competition and basically lived at the school from one class to another... but the casual dancers were placed according to age. It really annoyed me that when we signed up I had the impression that the classes were based on age but they were in fact not.

I agree. :) How does the UMC handle it when an adult asks to be baptized there?

Thank you for explaining. :) I asked for a discussion of Matt 28:19-20 on a facebook group and after showing someone that He wasn't speaking to all, but the 11 she said that it was "petty semantics" hmmph:glare:

Thanks for sharing. My beliefs about baptism match Baptist's mostly. I have friends of various denominational beliefs and I would be okay with that too. :) So you don't now feel the need to baptize her while waiting for the ambulance due to it not being a Catholic baptism?

I would feel better about reporting it to the authorities and then at least I did my part, then to assume that they will do nothing and so I do nothing. kwim? Perhaps this will at least make a paper trail in case others report something later.

Thank you for continuing this discussion, sisters, this is all new to me. I will be sure to re-read this in context.

:001_wub: That is so sweet!

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The danger of this is that those with authority in the church can sway the parents into not contacting the police, either nicely or not so nicely. They can spread rumors about the parents, mark them, etc. They can insist on interrogating the children. Going directly to the police is safer for the parents and the child, and if the church is a safe church, that puts the children first, instead of protecting pedophiles in order to protect their precious reputation then they will see it that way too.