Quote Originally Posted by ajc
Here's my thoughts. You spent a boat load on your camera. Take pictures of the kid in your yard and then photograph any tracks the bike leaves. Maybe let "Grandpa" see you doing this. It is vandalism. He is trespassing in your yard. Check with Dan or some of the guys for info on this. I know you're not very confrontational- thanks mom. I know fence isn't an option. Keeg needs retrained that this yard is out of her area. How? No idea. Have Papa work with her. She listens to him better that she does you.
We have to deal with the street rod thing too. Especially in the fall on school nights! Shut the windows, and turn on the fan. If the cop lives down the street ask him to put on his uniform, or stop there right after he gets off work before he goes home and have him talk to the guy.
Next time EMPHATICALLY point out you weren't prepared to get the goo, but went in to get something to clean it up with and if would appreciate removing himself from your path you will clean up after your dog. Then a snide comment "unlike some people". You know I'm good at those.
I know it's tuff, but it's something that has to be learned and done. I've dealt with a lot nast a^% parents in my career and have discovered that upfront is always best. Some don't get the catty remarks or snide off track comments. Just not all the way to the top.
OR--- when in doubt, have dad come over and back you up. Not many will stand up to an ex-marine who was an ace marksman, and a truck driver, and farmer!
Good luck. OH yeah- better you than me
Later Dude
a warm welcome for my older and wiser SISTER who is AJC - not sure if she will ever post again but she is mom to skin kids Jake and Josh - and a lovable dog names Scooby Doo