Dave,
(I meant to say well said in my first response-my fingers went to fast!)  We
share the same explanation with our kids and they may not like it but I
think they do understand.    I explain to the kids that it is my
responsibility as their parent.  I had a lady approach us in a restaurant
this past Friday night and complimented us on how well behaved our children
were.  I am so proud of them.  Gosh, maybe they are listening and learning.
Samantha
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From: Dave & Tammy Canfield <[log in to unmask]>
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Sent: Monday, February 28, 2000 9:14 AM
Subject: Re: Parenting and CP


> Wee said.  Boundaries have to be set in order for our children to become
> responsible adults.  Unfortunately it is not done enough with children in
> our society.
> Samantha
>
> Samantha,
>
> This is what we consistently tell our kids when they whine about us being
> "unfair" or whatever.  We remind them that it is our job as parents to
teach
> them rules in our house so that they know to follow rules once they walk
out
> the door.
>
> Dave