Ok, I made a mistake. Sometimes I forget to tell my mom where I am, and forget to turn on my cell phone. This happened again yesterday and my mom got worried. I apologized, she wasn't mad, treated me with much love but said today I'd stay home just to think. In the morning instead of going out I did some chores in the kitchen a sweet apron, lol. Then I told mom I'm a good girl, I don't get in troubles, I didn't do anything bad. She agreed, even said I'm a very good daughter, she loves me, she knows I didn't do anything bad but I need to think and today I'm grounded. She gave me a lot of kisses, but said, no Hun, today grounded jus for you to think. I can watch TV, access the net, but can't go out. Of course I'll obey, my mom is great, but why punish me if I just made a mistake and won't do again? I didn't hurt my mom, just made a mistake, like everybody.
2007-01-13 03:57:23 · 12 answers · asked by Marta M 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Adolescent
Your mom sounds very wonderful. An you sound pretty awesome too..... I am a mom of 2 boys ages 17 & 22. The oldest one got into trouble all the time. My 17 y/o is my responsible child. He is very good. Makes wonderful decisions when it comes to peer pressure. But the one thing that KILLS me, is when I pay for a cell phone for him and he uses it to call all his friends, but doesnt use it to call MOM. That is the whole reason that we get our kids cell phones. So we can offer a way to be able to stay in touch and communicate with you. It isnt that we think you are doing anything wrong or are trying to control you....it is the plain and simple fact that there are alot of sick and twisted people in this world and thier main intention is to hurt others. They have no regard for another human beings life.
Because as parents we love our children so much ....we worry all the time about you. By you letting your parent know where you are.....will be just that one little piece of mind for them not to have to worry.
Besides, by doing this ( as small as it may seem) shows responisbility on your part. not to mention respect for your mom. This may open doors for more to you later.
Good luck. I know it isnt easy being 13.....but remember....it isnt easy being a parent of a teenager either.
2007-01-13 04:15:01 · answer #1 · answered by victoria81065 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ah what a great mom you have dear.. She is wanting you to think about what could have happened to you and the fact that she could have lost you to whatever ills may have happened and then there is no taking that back once it happens. She is not wanting to keep a leash on you it is the fact that there are sick people out there and she does not want you harmed. That was sweet of you to help her out with the chores and all I have an idea it will help you in the long run--especially if you continue to help her in this manner., But think about what she and you could have lost if you were lost to some sort of madness to you not letting her know where you are and why you did not turn on your phone. And.. if you changed locations of where you were and not called her is really bad form.. call her to let her know no matter where you are and what you are doing.
Good luck in your growing up with such a caring mom
2007-01-13 04:09:53 · answer #2 · answered by Cherish B 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
wow only one day at home and u get to watch TV and play on the computer...hunny u have it easy...when i was younger grounding was in your room with nothing but a book to read and only coming out to go to the bathroom and eat....but seriously sounds like u have a great family home and your mom just wants to make sure that you know how important it is for her to know where u r at all times...remember u r only 13 and even though u r a good girl u said it was something that u have done in the past...so just wait it out...it is only 1 day at home with your mom and by the sounds of it shes a pretty good mom so it cant be that bad...and next time keep your phone on and let her know where u r...your a good kid and she knows that, but to her u will always be her baby...Good Luck Hun
2007-01-13 06:10:58 · answer #3 · answered by eyesopen16 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You seem to have a good relationship with your mom. That is a wonderful thing to have. She seems, by what you say, to just want to give you the opportunity to "remember" a little better.. You are allowed a lot of things for someone who is "grounded" so I wouldn't think that your mom is punishing you for "hurting" her. I think basically she just wants you to remember shes asked you to let her know where you are, and to keep your phone turned on for safety. It's pretty scary as a mom to let your child wander around and just be a kid out in the world today. Don't take it so very hard. She is just trying to help you.
Best of Luck to you...
2007-01-13 04:05:46 · answer #4 · answered by thebe_gl 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You should be grounded for a short peroid of time she is just tring to make sure you don't make that mistake again she loves you and she will worry till the day you move out and 13 is an age she has more to worry about
2007-01-13 04:03:25 · answer #5 · answered by Crystal Blue 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
She was very worried about you and wants you to remember that next time, turn on your cell phone and pay attention if it might ring, take care of yourself, and watch for anything weird or dangerous. Your mom cares a lot for you and had her scared. There's a lot of creeps out there in this world who you can not trust. Just be careful and listen to your mom. She cares about you.
2007-01-13 04:05:16 · answer #6 · answered by Lupita 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sounds fair to me. She didn't get mad, didn't cut off your tv or internet access So whats the problem? Just cause you can't go out doesn't mean you can't talk to people. Cell phone, im, text messaging, email the wonders that help us connect with people without leaving the comfort of our own home.
2007-01-13 04:05:15 · answer #7 · answered by Stunnas on got my stunnas on 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No matter what the age (as long as your are still living at home) you can be grounded. Your mother seems to trust you but you don't seem to be responsible enough to live up to her trust. If you continue to do stupid things, especially with your phone, then her trust will go away and then you will never be able to go anywhere and you'll have to re-gain her trust again.
2007-01-13 04:10:38 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Sometimes I forget..and forget to turn .. happened again
Yes, sit at home and have a think about it.
2007-01-13 04:04:40 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
So you will turn on your cell phone and get home on time next time.
2007-01-13 19:52:04 · answer #10 · answered by elaeblue 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋