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It sounds like you did everything you could
and that he understands he messed up big...
posted by
lionreign
on January 7, 2010 at 8:47 AM
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I think you did all the right things and he accepted them graciously! It is difficult to say, but I believe he respects you for the discipline! Teenagers are no different than adults when it comes to pushing the buttons and trying to beat the system! I think it is great he did not get caught, provided he learned his lesson, because it can be so disruptive down the road! sam
posted by
sam444
on January 7, 2010 at 5:15 AM
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Rain
Hold onto your hat (and the hair colour) you're in for an interesting ride. The teenage years just about drove me insane (my daughter is now 25). It's a difficult balance - this much I know - too much discipline makes them rebel even more and not enough discipline leaves too much room for poor decisions. I think you're on to something - stay in the moment.
posted by
Troosha
on January 5, 2010 at 7:21 AM
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This is not much consolation, but having dealt with two teens, one that went beyond rebellious, I can only advise you to hang in there, deal with the behavior, love the child, and this too shall pass. Good luck!
posted by
dancin_grandma
on January 5, 2010 at 3:38 AM
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Hi Rain
As I was telling to Darson the other day that I used to be quite like your son making my mom give her the attacks. But that's how mom's are and that's how boys will always be. During this growing up phase it's like telling, "Look, you don't know but I am strong. Don't just treat me like a child".
posted by
anib
on January 4, 2010 at 9:48 PM
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