2006-10-20 08:45:20 · 38 answers · asked by electrikery 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
Only you know your son. But if you have to ask maybe it isnt the wisest thing to do. I would tell him I would be back in 2 days then call and say one more day, then call and say one more day. That way he wont know when you are coming home. m
2006-10-20 09:15:05 · answer #1 · answered by Mache 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
We as parents have all got to try this one at some tI'me, i just wish you luck with it. When I was 14 and my sisters 16 and 18 my mum and dad left us for a week, it was the best time ever, we did not have a party or trash the place, we did row but we enjoyed our own space. Now im a parent I know there is ganna come a day when me and my husband are going to want to go on holiday by ourselves and we are just ganna have 2 trust our kids. If you are truly are doing this then you know deep down that he is a good kid and he wont burn the house down, if he has respect then he will respect your home. Good Luck and have a great time.
2006-10-20 09:01:11 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
More important than your home and everything, maybe you should make sure your son has someone to call locally in case something happens. If he gets injured, crashes a car, or if something happens to the house, he should know where to turn for some immediate help. He may be responsible, but he's only 17. Plus, you'll feel better knowing you've prepared for the worst.
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2006-10-20 09:05:48 · answer #3 · answered by Perfectly Said 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ITs Ok if your insurance will cover the damage that is bound to occur. Will you actually have a peaceful and enjoyable holiday knowing that you son is getting up to all sorts in your absence? What about his personal safety and those that he packs into the house. 17 year old boys are very,very childish and irresponsible.. Think carefully not only about your son but the friends of your son too.I hope all goes well.
2006-10-20 08:58:25 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. Unless you can absolutely trust him and know that he is not going to have any parties. Just to be safe either put cameras in the house or have a neighbor come and check up on the house everyday. Have them watch your property to make sure nothing is going on that can cause trouble. You have to remember that teens don't always do the right things. What they are thinking is hey my parents are going to be away for a week and I have the house to myself. Eventually, everybody knows that the house will be without parents and you have a bunch of teens over your house. They mess it up, sometimes cops get called, other parents are upset and it will all them fall back on you. Have a babysitter or neighbor check up on you home. It is always safer that way.
2006-10-21 05:19:50 · answer #5 · answered by frosty 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My son is now 21 and a father himself. he was 16 the first time he was left alone in the house. His older cousin had warned him not to tell anyone that the was an "empty". I know he had friends in but there was never any damage and the house was spotless when I got. back. I would say trust your son, but phone him every day when you are away if possible.
2006-10-20 11:37:25 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are the only one who will know if you can trust your son. If your 17 year old is going to abuse your trust, he can in a day,or NIGHT, and would not need ' only a week '. Good Luck.
2006-10-20 14:14:37 · answer #7 · answered by Whistler R 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It deppends if you can trust your son, but i dont think its a very wise idea unless you enjoy teens and drugs and drinking in your house..you might even come home and have things missing or even get a call from a police officer....but! If you trust him and hes never done anything to break that trust then i think that he would be happy that you are letting him stay home alone.....maybe get hiddin camera's...lol you never know
2006-10-20 10:31:06 · answer #8 · answered by ? 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, he is 17. He will get into some mischief. It might not be as big as throwing the best party ever, but he will do something that you would disapprove of. If your son has proved to be trustworthy then go.
2006-10-20 08:54:18 · answer #9 · answered by truly 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on how mature he is! It is a bit hard without knowing what kind of lad your son is! if he is the kind of lad who loves to party then maybe it is not a good idea as you may come home to find your house a wreck! Like I said it is hard to say. But if you believe him to be mature, sensible, and respects your rules, ect then i see no problem with leaving him to look after the home!
2006-10-20 08:49:59 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋