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So I was in the mall over Memorial Day weekend and this kid starts going crazy. When his mother tells him to stop, he grabs a bottle of perfume, and smashes it on the floor. And she did nothing about it. The kid just walked off looking fumed.
Here's my question: Is it socially acceptable to give your kid the whooping of a lifetime in light of such behavior? Or is society so PC that any physical discipline (especially in public) is frowned upon?
So I was in the mall over Memorial Day weekend and this kid starts going crazy. When his mother tells him to stop, he grabs a bottle of perfume, and smashes it on the floor. And she did nothing about it. The kid just walked off looking fumed.
Here's my question: Is it socially acceptable to give your kid the whooping of a lifetime in light of such behavior? Or is society so PC that any physical discipline (especially in public) is frowned upon?
I can think of things the mother could have done besides giving him a "whooping of a lifetime." How old was this kid?
Maybe the kid had good reason for what he did....who knows?.....never the less...why discipline the child in public when it's soooo obvious he's not being disciplined at home?
Perhaps this mother disciplined her child later on, out of your sight. Who knows why this child acted in this manner. There could be a lot more to the story then the snippet that you witnessed.
Wow. I will admit, I spank my children when needed, although it really is rarely, as I feel the line is clearly defined now. If you asked me what I would do if my child slapped me, my answer would probably be that if I was in a VERY gracious mood, I would maybe give him a headstart, because the fear of God better be shuddering through his body.
But this boy is obviously in pain, and very frustrated, and trying to voice his concerns about his mother's behavior. There is obviously some deep issues that his mother has contributed to, obvious by both their reactions. If my son was in this much turmoil, I would be seeking psychological help, and not the jerry springer kind.
I find it interesting that the post is titled "whooping YOUR child" but it is about a one time event witnessed by a stranger. How does the OP handle this type of behavior from their own children? Or do your children never act up and throw things? I have some wonderful kids but we've had our share of embarrassing moments in public. I try to be consistent and do what I would do at home, however I have found myself in situations where that isn't possible or I am stretching my kid past their limit of self-control (hungry, tired, etc.) trying to get too much done. In those instances I accept that some of their behavior is the consequence of my choices. If my child was older than 4 years old they would need to accept responsibility in some way for the broken merchandise. They might have to go and tell the clerk they're sorry or even pay me back with work or money. It's a life lesson. I do spank sometimes but not to satisfy an on-looker about what I am or am not letting them get away with.
I am 100% for whooping behind! I don't understand those who refuse to discipline. Lastly, If I am in the mist of discipline by design please do not approach me like some type of action hero.
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