(October 14, 2017 at 1:57 pm)vorlon13 Wrote: "Because I said so" is 100% OK by Rosemond; I've been reading his column for years, I understand his reasoning and concur.
The folks that think "Because I said so" somehow damages the little shits are completely wrong.
Naw, I want my kid to learn to question authority and, yes, that includes me. (ok, up to a certain point - bedtime doesn't get questioned lol)
That doesn't mean I'm not in charge; I'm still the captain of this ship. But if she wants to ask "why", then by all means, she should ask "why" and I'll answer in an age-appropriate manner.
-Teresa
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