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My 14 yo son was cast in an educational tv pilot summer '06. He filmed the opening & was told he'd be called in Oct for more filming. We didn't hear from them, and he figured great opportunity anyway.

In October, my mom invited our son to Europe with her and his cousins. She has paid 1200 dollars down toward the trip and must pay the balance in April.
Yesterday, we got a call and learned our son was selected for the lead role in that tv pilot. Filming will be in Feb and the pilot will be announced on a nat'l talk show. there will be a world premiere of the pilot, complete with limos and a red carpet, and black tie and 'the media.'
Director says premiere might be 3 days before the Europe trip, but she hasn't been on schedule yet. When mom heard the news, she didn't even congratulate my son, just said my son has an obligation to go w/her to Europe, even if more filming started. My son said he'd hate to miss Europe, but would want to chose the show.
What's right to do?

2007-01-20 12:21:41 · 4 answers · asked by t jefferson 3 in Family & Relationships Family

My kids have always been very close to my parents, and spent lots of time with them. Alas, my precious precious father died this spring, and we've spent, since then, 8 weeks with mom at our house, broken up by visits to other relatives and my sister. She is 60.

2007-01-20 12:55:43 · update #1

4 answers

Europe. Grandma generously offered to take him and you accepted. That means you made a commitment. If he's worth it,they'll try to work around him. And if he's that good an "actor," they'll be other gigs. Teach him some integrity. He'll learn that and lots more in Europe.

2007-01-20 12:28:52 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

Well i really think he should choose Europe with his grandmother too get closer too her and spending time with youre family is more important than some TV comercail! I also think he needs to do something that makes him happy without the hurtful, family guilt trip! I also thinks the grandma needs to more supportve of her own grandson! Beacuse this chance could never roll around the corner again! Follow what youre head and heart tells you!

2007-01-20 20:52:48 · answer #2 · answered by Morgan Lee 2 · 0 0

Go with the wishes of your son. It is his life and opportunity. Maybe grandma will be able to get some of her money back. She will get over her disappointment sooner or later. I am surprised she would raise a stink over the timing of a wonderful opportunity for your son.
Good luck

2007-01-20 20:31:12 · answer #3 · answered by Slimsmom 6 · 0 0

This show sounds like a great opportunity for your son! I would take it; and your mother should be alot more understanding than she is! Tell her to take one of her children or a friend in his place.

2007-01-20 20:27:13 · answer #4 · answered by JeffHardy4Eva 3 · 0 0

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