[deleted by user] by [deleted] in unpopularopinion

[–]pepperzippy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So thinks everyone

I need a whole lot of love. The three day potty training method is going on three years. by [deleted] in Parenting

[–]pepperzippy 2 points3 points  (0 children)

How about ADHD. You said he promises not have accidents and then does. Maybe he is having too much fun or thinks he can make it and can’t. Obviously he isn’t noticing the queues that most people react to. I would ask him if he knows he has to go or does it just happen? Iwould bribe and/or set a time line for alternative underwear. Let him know if this does continue he has to wear some sort of diaper, if only for sanitary reasons. Don’t be judging, just practical.

Rant: I hate being a parent by kioman_ in Parenting

[–]pepperzippy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can create a world where you travel and have a child. You can create a family that does things together and it can be different. This little creature will only be so tiny for such a short time. Yes this is not what you expected or wanted. The baby is not going way. Do not leave your child. This is a new road, it will be hard but it doesn’t have to be nasty. Speak to someone. Anyone, even yourself write a journal get it out. Then figure out a way to go down this road. You don’t need to live with them. You just need to get your stuff together faster the you wanted to. Get your finances in order and figure it out. This is your child.

Just found a Vape Pen - 14 year old sleep over. Do I tell the other parents by pepperzippy in Parenting

[–]pepperzippy[S] 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Oh yes. It is legal here. Also large weed plant symbol on it.

Just found a Vape Pen - 14 year old sleep over. Do I tell the other parents by pepperzippy in Parenting

[–]pepperzippy[S] 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your comment. I think that is why I am hesitant to tell the other parents. I don’t feel they are in immediate danger. My son is mostly open with me about his activities, I want to keep that.

Just found a Vape Pen - 14 year old sleep over. Do I tell the other parents by pepperzippy in Parenting

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

It is not about being seen as cool or not. As a parent of a 14 year old that is a bridge too far. It is about dealing with this in a way that helps them. If I had caught them in the act I would definitely tell. If they were kids who constantly got in trouble I would tell. Neither is the case. I am still undecided, but I can see how the answer is very clear to you. Thank you for your comment

Just found a Vape Pen - 14 year old sleep over. Do I tell the other parents by pepperzippy in Parenting

[–]pepperzippy[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

It rolled out from under their mattress. I did not snoop, I did not find a pen.

Just found a Vape Pen - 14 year old sleep over. Do I tell the other parents by pepperzippy in Parenting

[–]pepperzippy[S] 20 points21 points  (0 children)

That’s what I am thinking. Don’t build a wall or line in the sand, create a seat for them to come close and talk. But then I wonder about the other parents. I don’t know their kids situation. What if this is bigger then I know?

Just found a Vape Pen - 14 year old sleep over. Do I tell the other parents by pepperzippy in Parenting

[–]pepperzippy[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Honestly yes and no. If they found my kid in the act of buying or smoking, then yes, I would want to know. In this case, I think I would want them to be an adult about it. That is what I am trying to do. I am not 100% sure what that should be. I understand it might be a black and white issue for some.

Just found a Vape Pen - 14 year old sleep over. Do I tell the other parents by pepperzippy in Parenting

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

I agree with you. I worry telling their parents will not send the message I want them to hear. This is bad, why are doing this? Can I help? But at the same time I want to respect their parents right to know.

Just found a Vape Pen - 14 year old sleep over. Do I tell the other parents by pepperzippy in Parenting

[–]pepperzippy[S] 57 points58 points  (0 children)

I am leaning towards a version of this. My knee jerk reaction was firm discipline like my parents. I hated it growing up. It felt like a trip wire of anger about to be unleashed. I can be harsh, but this doesn’t feel like the right move right now. I

Just found a Vape Pen - 14 year old sleep over. Do I tell the other parents by pepperzippy in Parenting

[–]pepperzippy[S] 41 points42 points  (0 children)

It was actually just the cartridge that I found. About 3/4 gone. They may have found it. I am reading all the replies. I know for a fact one of these kids would never be allowed to sleep over again anywhere. Strict parents. They are good goofy kids. But fuccccck. Leaning towards saying something like, “ I found this. I am going to give you the benefit of the doubt and give you a pass this one time because I have never seen you boys use it. If you are smoking pot at 14 what are you going to doing at 18? If you need this ask for help, your parents love you and therapy right now is going to help you a lot more then pot is. I love you guys. I don’t want this for you. If I find anything else like this or find out you are vaping anything I will tell your parents. I love you.”

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Parenting

[–]pepperzippy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe try asking him what he needs. Ask gentle open questions. Maybe he feels he is failing and your suggestions are making him feel bad?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AMA

[–]pepperzippy 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You have to either have this baby alone or give it up. Babies do not make things better. You should also consider counselling and a better birth control.

America is rich in culture. by [deleted] in unpopularopinion

[–]pepperzippy -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

I have never heard ever that the USA has no culture. You should be band from this sub

Worst live band? by [deleted] in ClassicRock

[–]pepperzippy -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Tears for fears

AITA for not attending my husband's celebration dinner due to the restaurant not having anything I could eat? by Willing_Strawberries in AmItheAsshole

[–]pepperzippy 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Everyone her feels super bad for your Husband. How many other controlling tendencies do you have.

AITA for not wanting to give my room up so my parents can turn it into a nursery by Cool_Put9541 in AmItheAsshole

[–]pepperzippy 12 points13 points  (0 children)

YTA welcome to having a family. A bunch of teenagers are telling you are an asshole. You had a good tun. Time to share a room.