thepoorkid needs some advise!?

Question

I am 13 and trying to make some money with a very busy schedule and decide to rake leaves for poeple in my neighbor hood so I print out some calling cards to give to poeple. And my dad won't let me do it and he won't tell me why.What should I do? Its not a responsibility problem. I watch my 5 little siblings for about 6 hours ad ay when my parents need to sleep or go to work. And I am home schooled and do my homework on the computer and I am getting all A's one B.I get $20.00 allowence a month and theres really no chance of getting it any higher.I really need some money and it seems like everything I come up with my dad has to say no to.PLEASE help me!!!! I don't know what to do!

Answer 1

i had the same problem at 13 and i just did it any way and my dad screamed his stupid head off but after 2 days he didnt care

Answer 2

If you would be raking leaves in your neighborhood, and your dad knows these people, I don't see anything wrong with it. If it would be for strangers, he may be worried that something might happen to you.

Have you asked him nicely why he won't let you do it? What does your mom think? What do you want the extra money for? Is it something practical, and you would save some of it, or just blow it on foolish things?

Maybe if you tell him you will save a certain percentage of it, he might change his mind. However, at your age, you will have to obey his decision.

I am glad you are a responsible young person! Good luck!

Answer 3

Your Dad is the parent, you are 13. If he doesn't want you to rake leaves, then don't. Accept what you are told. When you are old enough to be on your own, then you can make your own desicions. Maybe you can talk about it some time, but show some respect and don't nag. I hope he lets you do this eventually.

Answer 4

I did things like this when I was your age....shows that you are an entrepreneur.
Sounds like if you sit down with a plan, mapped out with the times that you are able to do this and it won't interfere with your babysitting, school work ,or other responsibilities he might come around.
Remember not to whine, beg or plead....Show your maturity.Just map it out and show him what you are thinking and how you think it might work. Also include whom you've given the cards too and note that when you do take a job you will label it so he knows where you are at all times.(for safety reasons) This will show a lot of responsibility on your behave.

Maybe he'll come around.

Best wishes

Answer 5

What do you need the money for?Is it really that important?
I'm thinking,handing out calling cards sounds like a really good idea but how would that make your father look?
It would seem a bit desperate and I think maybe would mean people would talk about your father and if he's providing enough for you or not.
Try to see your dad's point of view too, maybe he has a reason but can't bring himself to say it?

Answer 6

Ask your father if he was extremely sheltered when he was a child.. Than tell him you need the opportunity to experience responsibility outside the home. The progression into manhood with self pride and fulfillment of you ego needs for a days paid labor. Than tell him about your ideas for jobs and make suggestions that will keep you safe in completing your endeavors. (He may be very concerned about sexual deviants). Most of all tell him you love him and understands his concerns but you need to start standing on your own two feet in preparation for the world.. GOOD LUCK!

Answer 7

maybe sit down with your dad and find out why and ask him when would you be able to rake leaves. I think it is great at your age that you would want to do that instead of having money handed to you. Good luck

Answer 8

its for your safety poor kid, he doesnt want you getting hurt