I don't have any daughters, but I can tell you from the (mean dad, bad cop, rule enforcer) side of things. Children/kids will respect boundaries, and consequences eventually. Where as disneyland dad/mom will be frowned upon and seen as weak later when they grow up. Consistancy is key!!!
I applaud any parent who looks past the initial hurt from an angry child in order to visualize an appropriate outcome.
"You might hate me now but you'll THANK me later"!
Amy, I too have had to be the mean one, don't worry about that. Stand your ground and even take the extra step to make sure this child is raised to the best of your abilities.
Maybe it's just me but I do like saying NO
But can I...NO
But plea...NO
Ple...NO
Dad...NO
and one more time you're gonna...
Get the picture, it's FUN!!!
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Me 48 X's vary S 27 S 18 Back with high school sweety after 30 years..
