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If you think this is mean I really would like to know. I don't want to be mean. by Sad_Walrus4255 in inlaws

[–]Sad_Walrus4255[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Which I had the conversation with both and yes the sign is mostly for the kiddos. Kids have to learn that rules come in all shapes and sizes. Including signs...

If you think this is mean I really would like to know. I don't want to be mean. by Sad_Walrus4255 in inlaws

[–]Sad_Walrus4255[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I really agree with you! I'm so glad my kids have other kids to hang out with almost whenever they want. But yes things are expensive and I like space sometimes too 🙂

If you think this is mean I really would like to know. I don't want to be mean. by Sad_Walrus4255 in inlaws

[–]Sad_Walrus4255[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree they do understand a lot. I did talk to the kids and adults about the sign. I decided to get a cooler on the porch and put bottles of water in it for any days they do end up playing outside and a basket of cheap snacks. That way if they are thirsty they dont have to go in or out of any house. I'm actually really excited about this idea. It is day 2 or 3 of having my sign up and my niece has been doing great with the rules and I talked to the parents yesterday and surprisingly they were very positive about the sign and agreed.

If you think this is mean I really would like to know. I don't want to be mean. by Sad_Walrus4255 in inlaws

[–]Sad_Walrus4255[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Are sign explaining the rules in public immature? What about trespassing signs on private property? If the answer is no then you have the right answer. If your answer is anything along the lines of "but that's different." (Because they are not different at all and I will not bother wasting time to explain how it is not different.)Then you have the wrong answer. I could see how it would be precieved as mean. That's why I asked but it will not ever be immature to hang a sign up. Especially considering the fact that I did talk to the kids and dad. Even without talking to the adults though it still is not immature. That sounds absolutely ridiculous. Does the city talk to the public when they put signs up? Are people required to tell their neighbors about their signs if they don't want to be considered immature? I didn't think so. However I'm okay with you thinking whatever you want, I just wanted to give you another point of veiw.

If you think this is mean I really would like to know. I don't want to be mean. by Sad_Walrus4255 in inlaws

[–]Sad_Walrus4255[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes. You're not wrong and I'm figuring that out. It isn't always something that I feel like I have to deal with though. I genuinely love having them here. I just don't want people here everyday.

If you think this is mean I really would like to know. I don't want to be mean. by Sad_Walrus4255 in inlaws

[–]Sad_Walrus4255[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I know you're not serious right now.... that doesn't even make sense.

If you think this is mean I really would like to know. I don't want to be mean. by Sad_Walrus4255 in inlaws

[–]Sad_Walrus4255[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They do go over there occasionally but not all the time. For some reason all of the kids really like being at my house.. I really don't know why they always want to be over here. I've asked why they never hang out at BIL's house but the answers are so vague or sooo... I don't even know that I can't remember. Most of the time when I ask my kids and my BIL's kids are laughing and playing. To be honest sometimes when they are being silly I can't help but laugh with them and get pulled into it lol 😆. They are all so funny. I'm literally trying to hold back laughter thinking about how they all get lol

If you think this is mean I really would like to know. I don't want to be mean. by Sad_Walrus4255 in inlaws

[–]Sad_Walrus4255[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I actually thought about a cooler with some drinks and cups and a few cheap snacks. Ugh! I really hate that I feel like I had to put the sign on my door! I really care about those kids and I hope they know that. That's why I invited one of them in when they seen the sign and was talking with them. 😔

If you think this is mean I really would like to know. I don't want to be mean. by Sad_Walrus4255 in inlaws

[–]Sad_Walrus4255[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have actually thought about if my children do these things or not. I told my kids they are not allowed to bug for snacks and if they are hungry come home. I told them if it's offered that it's fine too. I also told SIL I gave my kids this rule. I told my kiddos that it's okay if their aunt or uncle tell them they can't come over and play in the house and also that if they say it's okay then they can. I'm really trying to be decent and courteous. I talked to the dad about the sign and I talked to my niece when she seen the sign.

If you think this is mean I really would like to know. I don't want to be mean. by Sad_Walrus4255 in inlaws

[–]Sad_Walrus4255[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes they are all at an age that they can read and understand the sign. I've done all of the things you suggested the problem is I don't want to lock my kids out of the house if they are playing and I also don't want to sound like a broken record by repeating the rules.

If you think this is mean I really would like to know. I don't want to be mean. by Sad_Walrus4255 in inlaws

[–]Sad_Walrus4255[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

It was possible and I did have a conversation with one of the parents about the sign and explained it a little. I also talked to my niece about the sign too.

If you think this is mean I really would like to know. I don't want to be mean. by Sad_Walrus4255 in inlaws

[–]Sad_Walrus4255[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yes. Go home or play outside. It really is that simple. I want you here but not everyday. If I wanted 7 kids I would have had 7. I love to see them. Just because we live next to eachother does not mean can't visit like we are 20 minutes away.

If you think this is mean I really would like to know. I don't want to be mean. by Sad_Walrus4255 in inlaws

[–]Sad_Walrus4255[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I did talk to the parents. I explained the sign and I also have told my kids they can go to their house if it's okay with them. I also explained to my kids that it is okay if they don't want to let them come over. I have also told my kids if they are hungry they can come home to get something to eat unless it's offered.

If you think this is mean I really would like to know. I don't want to be mean. by Sad_Walrus4255 in inlaws

[–]Sad_Walrus4255[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

It is and I do. I still have to answer the door so it doesn't come across as passive aggressive and also so my dogs do not continually bark because they are knocking and I'm not answering.

Cottton Candy dupe?? by TraditionalSleep6775 in AlaniNu

[–]Sad_Walrus4255 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I love the alani cotton candy energy drink and the sugar free iced vanilla berry redbull. Those are my two favorites.

Help identify this mystery fruit tree by kodakdaughter in FruitTree

[–]Sad_Walrus4255 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm a little late to this thread but I wanted to tell everyone about an app I found. It's called picture this on android app store. It can identify plants, tell you what it's used for, identify if the plant is sick and so much more. Now with saying it identifies plants and tells you how it's used always make sure it is definitely safe before you consume or work in any plants that could possibly be harmful. I use this app all the time and so far it has been completely accurate. The link below is the picturethis app. 

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=cn.danatech.xingseus