Leaving..

[dukedogsmom]

How's things going today? I just wanted to say that your dad should have never have slapped you like that. He needs to remember how young you are and that he's the adult. I think what he did could be classified as abuse. And, there's also verbal abuse. I know a lot about that myself with my ex. Duke had the physical from him. Also, staying with the 20yr old male is not a good idea at all. That could only lead to trouble. Hope things are looking a lot better today for you.

[GoldenRetrLuver]

I think you should have listened to him when he told you to get off the phone. But, he had NO RIGHT to slap you like that. I know what its like...but don't worry, just hug Darlin' and everything will be fine. Daisy, Molly, and I hope you feel better.

*hugs*

Julie

[Foam]

Good Morning, everyone!
Wow..you guys..You have brought me into tears. I really did not know you all cared this much. I understand what you all are saying, and wow. You guys really, truley do NOT know how much I appreciate it. You guys are my family. If I could, I would make a big private town somewhere beautiful just for Pet Talkers!
Gini, I usually don't swear. I certainly do not swear at my parents like that. I was just so angry at him for doing that to me, and so mad that he never listens, that I just had to let it slip.
So, things are going pretty good right now. I just woke up about 15 minutes ago. I guess right now I am going to just go downstairs, eat some breakfast, drink some OJ, and watch a little Animal Planet with Darlin.
My mom might even take me to the pound today!

[Amber]

Good Mornin! Im glad the day is goin good! Your going to the pound?! Gonna get a doggy?? lol

[GoldenRetrLuver]

Great! Sometimes, parents get into these "moods" where they just blow up, teens as I know, do also. Glad to hear your feeling better now.

P.S. The pound?! Does this mean...new arrival?!

Julie

[Freckles]

Originally posted by Foam
If I could, I would make a big private town somewhere beautiful just for Pet Talkers!

Foam, there is a town!
PetTalkville

[gini]

Foam, maybe you can take this opportunity to talk to your Mom today.

I would suggest that you start with "I should have hung up the phone" and "I shouldn't have sworn at Dad" but.........."Dad shouldn't be hitting me either".

Share with her that you don't feel your Dad listens to you and see what she has to say about it. But when she answers you.....you have to listen too.

Have a great day......tell us all about the pound if you go.

[Foam]

I probably will end up going to the pound, and yes, I am definetly goin totry to talk to my mother.
Yes! New arrival, possibly! I'm looking for an agility dog, and have been for a while! Yay, someone might be coming home with me!!!

[Dogz]

Yay! Keep us updated! A lot of breeds are good at agility, not just border collies, aussies, and the normal. They are great, but I know a lot of breeds that are wonderful too! I am glad that you are going to rescue, congratulations!

[Foam]

Ah..I'm not going today, but I am going to the mall with my mom to get new shoes.
I might go tomorrow.
Bye for now, everyone!
BTW-Thanks again..I can't tell you how much you guys mean to me!!!

[popcornbird]

Originally posted by Foam
Good Morning, everyone!
Wow..you guys..You have brought me into tears. I really did not know you all cared this much. I understand what you all are saying, and wow. You guys really, truley do NOT know how much I appreciate it. You guys are my family. If I could, I would make a big private town somewhere beautiful just for Pet Talkers!
Gini, I usually don't swear. I certainly do not swear at my parents like that. I was just so angry at him for doing that to me, and so mad that he never listens, that I just had to let it slip.
So, things are going pretty good right now. I just woke up about 15 minutes ago. I guess right now I am going to just go downstairs, eat some breakfast, drink some OJ, and watch a little Animal Planet with Darlin.
My mom might even take me to the pound today!

Foam, I know you're a very sweet girl, and I know that age 12 is a hard age, with all those crazy hormones. I was 12 just a few years ago, and I know how bad it was. Even the smallest thing is very hurtful for a girl at that age, and for most of her teens, so I truely understand why you felt that why. Unfortunately, fathers, being males, do not exactly understand the problems their little girls go through, so its hard for them to comprehend what their girls problem is when she doesn't listen or makes a fuss and tend to get angry at us themselves.

I personally think your dad had the right to get you off the phone. I'm not allowed to chat on the phone at night myself, and I respect my parent's wishes, because I know that as my parents, they know what's best for me, and sometimes we don't understand why, but with their lifelong experience, they know what's best for their children and care. I believe your father loves you as all parents do, and only tells you not to do things because he loves you and cares for you, and wants you to do what's best. When he asked you to get off the phone, I know its frustrating and hard when you're talking to someone, but next time, smile, and tell him, "Sure dad, just let me say goodbye." I sure hope he'll understand.

I turely disapprove greatly of you using the *f* word on your own father. I'm glad to hear you try your best not to use such words on your parents, but this is one particularily harsh word, and its very wrong to use on your parents. I for one, wouldn't even use this word for my enemy. So please, no matter how upset/bad you feel, please don't talk to your parents like that.

I think your father slapped you because he felt hurt, being cussed at by his very own daughter. He didn't do the right thing, but then you didn't do the right thing either. I suggest that you give your daddy a big hug and tell him you're sorry and that you'll try your best to listen to him more, and hopefully, your parents will change their attitude towards you as well, and become more loving and kind.

Remember, when you feel down, we're all here for you. Don't leave us. When you feel upset, we're here to hear you vent.

[Foam]

PCB, thank you so much..I understand what you're saying. That was very nicely said, as well. Thanks!!!
I'm under storm watch, and tornado warnign right now, though. So I tihnk I'm off for the day.
Bye bye everyone! Thanks SO much again!!
**hugs to all PTers**

[primabella]

New arrival? That's great news! Kepe us updated with that. And you were going to leave PT? What's wrong with you!

I hope you can get your parents to understand you better and talk with your mom about your dad. I know what you mean about the swearing. It'll slip out--still he had NO RIGHT to slap you like that.

I hope everything is getting better for you. Give Darlin an extra hug form me

[Foam]

Turns out the 'tornado' was just a huge dust storm with a little rain. City people these days...
Anyways..I got some new shoes, new clothes and no new puppy. I did however stop by the petshop, to check on the puppies. They had the most GORGEOUS Siberian I have EVER seen!
He was pure white, with an exception of one cream spot on the back of his right ear. He had these beautiful EMERALD eyes, and was a nice size. We took him out to play, and boy..he was a cuddler. Niot like a normal Sibe puppy. He chased the ball a few times, and then just layed down beside me, head on my knee and let me pet him. He was so sweet!

[Aspen and Misty]

I've read through the whole thread and honestly can say I feel bad for you but know how it is to haev a dad who doesn't listen.

Good luck, I was depressed at the age of 12. I had no friends and my grandfather had just died so I was having a hard time and was depressed, not saying you are depressed. Just take care of yourself ok? And be carefull "abusive" people are scary.

Ash