well i got 30 dollars over on texting on my fone and my parents don't know yet, when they do find out how should i approach them about it, i have done this before and they got really mad. i don't kno how to take it.
and it does not work to sya 'iam a kid,this is what i do'
ps~ i am 13
2007-05-16 10:02:59 · 15 answers · asked by ~*hollister*~ 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Other - Family & Relationships
Hand them the money to pay for it and then tell them, they will be so proud that you are acting responsible and paying that they may not even accept the money. If you don't have 30.00 saved up offer to work it off with chores or babysitting. Hope it works out for u.
2007-05-16 10:08:55 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, at 19, it's no easier to control being over on text messages for me. I'm currently still an added line on my mom's plan to save money, she pays for my calls and texts but I pay all of my overages.
Since you're 13 and probably unemployed (unless you babysit or something) work out a plan with your parents sooner rather than later. Maybe part of your allowance goes toward paying the fees. Or you could say that something like doing the dishes for a week equals $5. Something like that.
Try not to go voer so much, and don't use the "this is what I do" excuse but develop a system to help the situation in the future so that you don't have a fight every month.
2007-05-16 17:08:35 · answer #2 · answered by M&M88 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get out there, mow some lawns, babysit or just pick up cans and turn them in. If you tell your parents at the same time you're handing them money, they'll see a newer more mature person. That way it'll also teach you the value of money and how hard it is to earn that much in the real world. Then maybe you'll be a little more responsible when it comes to texting too. That's what my daughter did and I had mad respect for her.
2007-05-16 17:07:44 · answer #3 · answered by FeelYourPain 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
tell them what has happened and then offer to wash the cars or mow the lawns or something. sell some of your old clothing/toys/movies and earn the money to pay them back. if you're worried about how they'll respond you should show them you are responsible enough to take care of things like this. so tell them that while the bill may need to be paid now, you'll gladly do some labor in order to pay them back. it's only fair, as they provide you with food, clothing, a cellphone (i had to buy my own at 18) a bed, clearly a computer and a roof over your head. they work hard and times are tough so every bit helps. they will more than likely look favorably at you now if you do this, and know that you are on your way to becoming a responsible, productive member of society.
2007-05-16 17:09:43 · answer #4 · answered by KingLegolasG 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Thing one, learn how to control your texting so you don't go over. Otherwise I can almost guarantee your parents are going to take your phone away from you.
Thing two, own your actions: you incurred the costs, now you pay for them. Tell your parents you will "work off" the charges by doing extra chores, like washing the car, yardwork, etc. Don't complain, don't whine, don't get angry. Admit you screwed up and take responsibility for what you did.
2007-05-16 17:10:41 · answer #5 · answered by Karin C 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What you do is tell them and accept whatever punishment is dealt out. I mean, this obviously knew this would anger them, and you've done it before and you just did again, so "man up" and accept whatever. But in the future, watch your text usage. Consider adding a text package or something, the cost for the package would probably be less than the price for your overages.
2007-05-16 17:08:56 · answer #6 · answered by Alecto 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell them before they get the bill, and ask what you can do to make up for it.. That way you appear really honest, unafraid to approach them, and mature enough to pay the consequences. The best part is you did on your own initiative, right?
2007-05-16 17:07:06 · answer #7 · answered by thingamabob 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
do you think they have a right to be mad at you for breaking the rules? Tell your parents you made a huge mistake and you are willing to take any punishment they think is called for. then do not complain about there actions, last I would start to follow there rules and show some respect.
2007-05-16 17:10:21 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do you have any money to give your parents to help pay the bill? Babysitting money or allowance? If you offer to help pay the expense it will ease the blow and show that you are taking some responsibility.
2007-05-16 17:07:23 · answer #9 · answered by Cat 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell them straight out, and offer to pay for a plan that allows LOTS of texts.
2007-05-16 17:05:44 · answer #10 · answered by Tommy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋