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[jedamum]

notakidnoraparent:

Thank you for your help.


SIM have many pretty girls. But I not handsome boy so hard to find la. Hahah! Hope to see you around in the forum.

You are welcome.
Don't worry about not being handsome. Guys have a longer 'shelf-life' than girls :yikes: and easier to shine with charisma, confidence and sincerity.
See you around too.

[smartmummy]

:welcome: notakidnoraparent!

Nice nick! People can identify you from ur nick.

[notakidnoraparent]

smartmummy:

:welcome: notakidnoraparent!

Nice nick! People can identify you from ur nick.

Thanks a lot. Perhaps with a teenager/young adult, you mummies are able to get a more diverse opinion on how things are.

[smartmummy]

notakidnoraparent:

smartmummy:

:welcome: notakidnoraparent!

Nice nick! People can identify you from ur nick.

Thanks a lot. Perhaps with a teenager/young adult, you mummies are able to get a more diverse opinion on how things are.

agree.look forward ur contributions!

[Kissgurami]

welcome! Interesting


Nuh, I don't think Parenting is \"Marketing\" at all :rotflmao: , if it is then Parenting would be a much easier \"job\"

sometimes I do wonder if they are some form of Karma or trying to break me into someone I can't be. :siam:

Being a parent requires discipline, patience, you can't be tardy or messy , priorities are shifted towards them. You can't help but try to fulfill :faint: , I do know my life turned upside down for sure :rotflmao:

[notakidnoraparent]

Kissgurami:

welcome! Interesting


Nuh, I don't think Parenting is \"Marketing\" at all :rotflmao: , if it is then Parenting would be a much easier \"job\"

sometimes I do wonder if they are some form of Karma or trying to break me into someone I can't be. :siam:

Being a parent requires discipline, patience, you can't be tardy or messy , priorities are shifted towards them. You can't help but try to fulfill :faint: , I do know my life turned upside down for sure :rotflmao:

I think its the perspectives issue. For me, or rather for all parents out there, I believe there is the joy in seeing your child grow up and taking that first step in everything they do. There would definitely be a downside and that is the fun part of it! If life was peaceful everyday, I would be bored to death!

So I say, take it in your stride. Smile and continue on as you will know that somehow, someday, whatever you do will pay off.

[Kissgurami]

notakidnoraparent:

I think its the perspectives issue. For me, or rather for all parents out there, I believe there is the joy in seeing your child grow up and taking that first step in everything they do. There would definitely be a downside and that is the fun part of it! If life was peaceful everyday, I would be bored to death!

So I say, take it in your stride. Smile and continue on as you will know that somehow, someday, whatever you do will pay off.

Nope, my perspective changes depending on my mood, some days I love my kids, some day angry, part and parcel of parenting. Of coz , I am taking it in my stride if not I wouldn't be part of the KSP and going to Popular to look at assessment books. Don't worry, I am doing fine Was adding my thoughts since you mentioned Parenting is like \" Marketing\"

Cheers!

[notakidnoraparent]

On the other hand, how open are parents to their children’s views? Are parents willing to take a step back sometimes? Meaning to be ok with getting the short end of the stick? Also, is it very difficult for parents to say sorry to their child and admitting their mistake? Is there a pride issue in that?

[corneyAmber]

notakidnoraparent:

On the other hand, how open are parents to their children's views? Are parents willing to take a step back sometimes? Meaning to be ok with getting the short end of the stick? Also, is it very difficult for parents to say sorry to their child and admitting their mistake? Is there a pride issue in that?

:welcome: notakidnotaparent.

It is good to have you around so that I can imagine what kind of questions my child would be asking as well.

To me, parenting is a constant challenge because the child is ever changing during their developmental period. If one wants to be not senile, go and have some kids. :rotflmao: If you read on the portal front page blogs, most of my blogs are about parenting challenges which no textbooks have ever taught me or told me beforehand.

As for your questions, how open are parents to children's view, it depends on the bonding and parents' personality. I chit-chat with my child on a daily basis and many times a day as well. Sometimes I consult or confide in her despite being only 9yo. I say thanks and sorry to her as part of daily life so if I ever need to say sorry it is not an issue. At times, there are certain things parents have to exert their authority, just have to recognise which are the ones. Also, if you see many things are privileges more than rights, then it is probably easier not to step on their toes. Your mindset is also important as I look for maturity in my child to determine how much I can let go. If a child only demands and not play his/her role, chances of getting things his/her way will be further delayed. So I love to be given a chance to take a step back....when that is happening, it also means that my child is maturing in one area that I can let go. Not everything can be learnt in one post so I hope you enjoy your discovery journey here.

[BlurBee]

:welcome: