I was driving on the interstate yesterday and ended up getting involved in a 7 car pile up. All because my ***** son was trying to get my attention. None of us had too much damage. We were going slower because of all of the ice on the road.
I swear to god that kid knows how to push my buttons. I would actually be doing something with my life if it wasn't for the kid thing.
Anyway, is a week grounded to our safe room with no school, no TV or radio enough punishment?
2007-04-08 15:09:22 · 18 answers · asked by Mel Dogg 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Marriage & Divorce
if you feel that you need to punish him then give him little chores that he can handle for at least 3 weeks, like making sure his room is clean, doing all of his homework, you know minor stuff, Oh and give him some attention if possible at the time, did you tell him to wait a minute or wait until we stop, to see what he wanted?
2007-04-08 15:29:02 · answer #1 · answered by "T.I.'s Wifey" 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Well considering the kid is 5 and really doesn't understand what caused the car accident I would say that would be way too much punishment. He is 5 not 13 or anything. I have a 5 year old myself and she has a tendency to always ask alot of questions about things she sees while we are in the car. I would never hold her responsible for a car accident that could have been prevented. Every child knows how to push their parents buttons that is their job. You as the parent should be more mature in this and realize that you can't punish him for an accident that happened that could or could not have possibly been avoided. And why exactly can you not do anything with your life? I have 2 children and I work part-time and go to school full-time and I still have time to clean my house walk my 2 big dogs and deal with my husband all in one day. So get over yourself and learn how to cope with your child. Every child is different and unique. I am sure your son still doesn't even know why he is grounded at all. So talk with him and try to get him to understand that there are times where he can't always have your attention. Especially while driving. But I would take him off the punishment.
2007-04-08 15:20:57 · answer #2 · answered by ? 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
" I would actually be doing something with my life it weren't for the kid thing "What kind of mother are you anyway ??!!
I have a son , he's twelve now . I raised him on my own and yes , some times were very hard but I can't imagine my life without him in it !! He's grown to be an awesome kid and the very best thing that's ever happened in my life. Your son could be too if you'd let him. I can tell you one thing for sure ... if you don't change your attitude your son will grow up to hate the world , himself and YOU !! Imagine that .
By the way ... the accident was totally your fault ... not your sons. You need to help him understand why acting up while you're driving is wrong .... not punish him for something he doesn't understand.
2007-04-08 16:13:37 · answer #3 · answered by uncle louie 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You really shouldn't have a kid if you are going to sit there and say things like "I would actually be doing something with my life if it wasn't for the kid thing." You should have put him up for adoption and given him to a family that would actually love him.... or better yet, you should have been on birth control AND using condoms if you didn't want a kid. A week grounding is good, but try showing your kid some love and affection.... give him attention and maybe things like that wouldn't happen. Furthermore, what in the hell is a safe room? Sounds like abuse to me... I hope the local authorities happen on this and do something about it. You can put a kid in their bedroom... but a safe room? You have issues. Get some help.
2007-04-08 15:16:56 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
Ask your self who the adult was in the vehicle.Who is the person responsible for the child.Who was the one driving. Now if you think about all these questions I think you will find that it is you that should be grounded.The child is only being a child.It's up to you to be the adult and calm the kid down or at least pay attention to the road.Maybe instead of punishment you should have some family counciling for everyone.
2007-04-08 15:35:50 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Might be a good punishment for you...we are talking about a little kid here...they don't even understand that you have to drive the car...you are doing something with your life, raising a child, that is one of the most important jobs you will ever have.
2007-04-08 15:18:08 · answer #6 · answered by snarf 5 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Was your kid strapped down as the law requires? So why was he distracting you? Where was he sitting? He's supposed to be in the back seat.
Listen, your kid is a gift from God. Do you know how many people who don't have kids that would take your kid in a heartbeat? So, you need to cherish your kid. Using your kid is a poor excuse for how your life is going.
2007-04-08 15:19:03 · answer #7 · answered by janetrmi 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Are you people really this stupid? Do you not realize that some people post "questions" out here just for kicks, to get a laugh? Do you not realize that this is a joke? I just shake my head at the dense responses that I see listed to things like this. I love reading them because they are funny, plus as a bonus, you have morons actually taking the questions seriously? Cmon now, anybody with an IQ hovering around room temperature can tell when a question is a little too far out there to be for real. You people are killing me!
2007-04-08 16:18:02 · answer #8 · answered by Emmy F 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
You are the one who should be punished not him. The way you talk sounds like you are blaming him for how your life turned out. Think about what you wrote. You are the adult not him and the accident was because you allowed yourself to be distracted not a five year.
2007-04-08 15:30:07 · answer #9 · answered by bbinqueens33 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think the best punishment for him is for you to
attend "how to be a father to a 5 year old" for 30
days, then take an exam on what you were taught
and that you would have to pass the exam before
you were allowed to drive again.
2007-04-08 15:20:37 · answer #10 · answered by RudiA 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋