Quote Originally Posted by Karen
I know you don't really hate the kids, just the parents who feel it is everyone else's job to keep track fo their kid.

Actually, Cathy does have some serious dislike of little kids, which is 'fine', as she is entitled to that feeling.

However, I hope to do her proud one day by making sure I am NOT the type of parent she despises.

Most outings, family ones included, are pure hell for me- if I am alone with Jonah. I am somewhere between a hawk, a bear, a monkey and a watchdog. BUT, if Jonah is ever to learn about society, and how to act, I have to go out with him (not to mention we need food).

So, while some parents are a bit laid back, know that some of us are really doing all we can to maintain tight controls. Sometimes, that is harder than it might appear.

(PS to Uba- I do NOT let Jones behind the counter at SB, but, he does remove all the CDs while I wait in line (yes, I dutifully pick them up)).