Your thoughts. Just wondering. My Dad and Mom are wanting to take our 6 yr old son and 4 year old daughter one state away (driving) for my Dad's school reunion this next May. I think it will be fine but I know my husband probably won't so I need to prepare to break it to him ahead of time. Plus, we could use the time alone together. The kids are really close to their grandparents so I think they'd be fine and have fun too. What do you think?
2007-11-27 02:20:45 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Other - Pregnancy & Parenting
Heck YA! Your marriage NEEDS this! If you are lucky enough to have parents you trust and are willing count your blessings. I promise you'll only miss them for a little while. Once the realization sets in that you can do anything or go anywhere you'll stop missing them. I am surprised you've waited this long.
Once your hubby understands the "possibilities" he'll be on board...trust me.
2007-11-27 02:31:40 · answer #1 · answered by Nashgirl4 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, if they have shown that they have the children's safety in mind. Things have changed since they raised children so new rules have to be learned for the children's sake. What about babysitters at the reunion; children of that age will not be happy at such an event, even if it is a BBQ or outside event.
I would make a list of questions you think might be in your husband's mind, and have the answers ready to present. Such as where they are staying, how long they will be gone, telephones numbers where the grandparents can be reached, and so on.
The alone time would be great for the two of you, but men aren't always tuned in on that wave length. Don't use that as the clincher, because he may other ideas of what to do with his free time different than you do. Just throw it in as the dressing on the salad, so to speak.
Again, do your homework and it should work out fine. Let your husband speak his objections, and then try to fairly tell him why these objections are just his fear of having the kids out of his sight.
Good luck. And then when all is set to go, plan something that will make your husband glad the kids are gone, and that he may even call the grandparents and beg them to take the kids again on a trip. Just so he gets you alone again.
2007-11-27 10:34:12 · answer #2 · answered by dutchlady 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Of course. I would let my two and six year old go. These are grandparents, not strangers. These are the people who raised you. If you trust them, which it sounds like you do, there should not be a big deal. Good luck with telling your hubby
2007-11-27 10:25:15 · answer #3 · answered by SophiaIsDueAugust26 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you know that your kids are safe with them, why not? I would. My daughter is my mothers world, and I would let her go with them. Alone time is nice also, every parent needs it. Bring that up when talking to your husband about it.
2007-11-27 10:24:48 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sure as long as you know they are in good hands are will be well cared for they will love the road trip with their grandparents and you will love the time alone with your husband.
2007-11-27 10:35:56 · answer #5 · answered by Bears Mom 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't want to simply because I would miss them so much, but I trust my parents enough to know that they would be perfectly safe and happy the entire time. You and your husband both need to make this decision together... don't make it and then "break it to him."
2007-11-27 10:28:03 · answer #6 · answered by Holy Macaroni! 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your mom and Dad raised you and took you places so I am sure they know what they are doing. My mom takes myoldest son everywhere with her. Including 500+ miles away from me.
2007-11-27 10:25:04 · answer #7 · answered by Nae 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
i dont think its a big deal it is your parents your kids are going with. ask the kids if they want to go and they can ask daddy if its ok. they should go it will be a good break.
2007-11-27 10:26:04 · answer #8 · answered by Rita 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes they'll be safe and have a blast,but also be a little spioled when they come back!
2007-11-27 10:29:23 · answer #9 · answered by Britt 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you know theyre safe and you're not worried about it, why not? I mean if he really doesnt want it theres not much you can do except honor his wishes.
Personally I would never be able to do it. Ever.
2007-11-27 10:25:51 · answer #10 · answered by amosunknown 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋