we all have boys age 4. the problem is that all 3 boys never play together. i am all for them playing together. i have tried taking turns inviting the boys over. i have called their moms to get together so our sons can play, but they don't want too and keep making up excuses and they keep to themselves. its odd cuz my son never sees them and i wonder what goes thru my son's mind. i do find this kinda frustrating and it does **** me off. all 3 boys start school first time this year and one of moms lied to me about which morning or afternoon she was putting her son in. what do you all think?
2007-08-24 13:18:52 · 4 answers · asked by havingfun 4 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
Something similar happened to me a few years ago.
It wasn't until the boys were in the first grade that they were allowed to play together.
Later I asked the moms why the delay. They both basically said that
they were busy with their family
they were a bit over protective
they thought my son had too much energy and might hurt their son
Other than having an issue with you personally, they might not be ready to "let go" of control of their son's influences. Some people simply refuse to make new friends thinking it would take up too much of their time.
Is there a park nearby? Perhaps there's another family with a young son around the corner.
Once the boys start school, they might become friends and demand playtime with the neighbors.
Though there's still one neighbor that refuses to allow her children (they're 15 & 16) to associate with those other children. So the kids have friends at school, but no kids ever come to visit at their house.
2007-08-24 16:35:08 · answer #1 · answered by T-half 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A lot of times people shelter their children for religious or cultural reasons. I know my father did. I was forbidden to play with the neighbor's kids. It's too bad because children see past religious and cultural boundaries. I'm sure your son would have lots of opportunities to meet friends at school and will adjust socially quite well. Just be there for him.
2007-08-24 20:35:59 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like they just don't want anything to do with you. It's their loss not yours. Your son will find plenty of friends in school to play with, write them off,they aren't worth your time.
2007-08-24 20:29:50 · answer #3 · answered by Lisa W 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I think they dont want their boys at your house or playing with your son.
2007-08-24 20:28:45 · answer #4 · answered by Dovahkiin 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋