Harming children to make yourself feel good?
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I have a friend who I have seen once in the last eight years and I know about her son's peanut allergy. People talk about these things and they make those around them aware when there is a danger in giving the child the wrong food.This topic is strongly worded on purpose - partly for fun, and also because I'm tired of having to run interference with food pushers.
My kids are allowed sweets and treats in moderation - but the next person to sneak one of my kids a cookie behind my back may be force fed a full length video of my five year old crying after he gets his backside handed to him at his next wrestling tournament.
Hmmmm - I officially apologize to everyone! I am now in the category of misunderstanding what was written based SOLELY on this comment!
I do however stand behind my comments, especially about the one of Asking the Parents First before giving the child a treat. You just never know what is truly happening with the child or in the home and it is common courtesy and common sense to just ask first. You may save a child's life in the process (read my other comments about severe or potentially life threatening allergies, medication, etc).
The peanut butter cup kid? They were going to find out one way or another eventually, right? Even the parents didn't know, so why do you think they would have said no?0 -
This topic is strongly worded on purpose - partly for fun, and also because I'm tired of having to run interference with food pushers.
My kids are allowed sweets and treats in moderation - but the next person to sneak one of my kids a cookie behind my back may be force fed a full length video of my five year old crying after he gets his backside handed to him at his next wrestling tournament.
then why would you care if their grandparents gave them sweets at Christmas time?
So eating one cookie is going to make your son lose his next wrestling match?
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People eat steak. Therefore, it is people food and not for dogs. It will KILL them! KILL THEM!
But it's people food. People food is bad for dogs. They must only eat dog food.
True. A piece of steak is TERRIBLE for a dog. I mean, why would you feed a dog meat? It's not as though that's what they're built to eat or anything.We never allow our dogs people food, it is not good for them
That doesn't make sense, dogs are carnivores!
How is it people food? cows aren't only for humans!
I have no idea how long this continues but please have mercy0 -
If OP's not a troll...
does anyone else think that the title becomes EVEN MORE IRONIC given the wrestling class statement? :laugh:0 -
This topic is strongly worded on purpose - partly for fun, and also because I'm tired of having to run interference with food pushers.
My kids are allowed sweets and treats in moderation - but the next person to sneak one of my kids a cookie behind my back may be force fed a full length video of my five year old crying after he gets his backside handed to him at his next wrestling tournament.
Because eating a cookie will make him lose the tournament?
One cookie? No. Too many cookies? Yes, especially if he misses a weight cut off and has to wrestle up a class.
You said 'sneaks a cookie.' As in ONE.
Worrying about cut-off weights for a 5 year old? Speechless.
yeah, me too. mind officially blown.
would hate to see what happens to the kid if he eats - god forbid - ice cream before a match...0 -
I agree 100% that people need to stop feeding my 18 month old child crap all day long without my knowledge -- I'd rather they say, "I fed XXXX six cookies! He loves them!" At least then I know why he might not feel well later, and I don't freak out.
When people sneak behind a parent's back it makes it look like they know it is something they shouldn't be doing -- if i is something you think you shouldn't be doing -- don't do it. Simple.
As far as my child needing "to make weight" EVER... I don't think so. At 5 years old my child needs to be running and playing and eating veggies when I can force them in.... not "making weight." You set yourself up for the hate on that OP.0 -
If OP's not a troll...
does anyone else think that the title becomes EVEN MORE IRONIC given the wrestling class statement? :laugh:
I did not know they had competitive wrestling for five year olds....???0 -
This topic is strongly worded on purpose - partly for fun, and also because I'm tired of having to run interference with food pushers.
My kids are allowed sweets and treats in moderation - but the next person to sneak one of my kids a cookie behind my back may be force fed a full length video of my five year old crying after he gets his backside handed to him at his next wrestling tournament.
Because eating a cookie will make him lose the tournament?
One cookie? No. Too many cookies? Yes, especially if he misses a weight cut off and has to wrestle up a class.
I'm sorry... I just can't.
Isn't he kind of young for that kind of pressure?
No joke!
I no longer feel sorry for the kid because of the sugar restrictions, the weight thing is just wrong. Sad that a 5 year old has to be a certain weight, even for wrestling.0 -
This topic is strongly worded on purpose - partly for fun, and also because I'm tired of having to run interference with food pushers.
My kids are allowed sweets and treats in moderation - but the next person to sneak one of my kids a cookie behind my back may be force fed a full length video of my five year old crying after he gets his backside handed to him at his next wrestling tournament.
Because eating a cookie will make him lose the tournament?
One cookie? No. Too many cookies? Yes, especially if he misses a weight cut off and has to wrestle up a class.
You said 'sneaks a cookie.' As in ONE.
Worrying about cut-off weights for a 5 year old? Speechless.
You have got to be kidding me!!0 -
I thought that only happened in Dystopian Sci-Fi novels.This topic is strongly worded on purpose - partly for fun, and also because I'm tired of having to run interference with food pushers.
My kids are allowed sweets and treats in moderation - but the next person to sneak one of my kids a cookie behind my back may be force fed a full length video of my five year old crying after he gets his backside handed to him at his next wrestling tournament.
Because eating a cookie will make him lose the tournament?
One cookie? No. Too many cookies? Yes, especially if he misses a weight cut off and has to wrestle up a class.
Are you managing your child's weight for competitive purposes as a 5 year old?0 -
I have a dog (not exactly the same thing) but you would be amazed how many people think it's ok to give an animal people food. Anytime I go to a social gather I make it clear to everyone that it is not OK to feed my dog anything. I think it's a parent's responsibility (or pet owner) to have that talk with family/friends. Don't just assume that everyone should know.
Seriously I like animals as much as the next guy but who the heck takes their pet to social gatherings on a regular basis?
Maybe I just am not aware of this...I never see anyone do it.0 -
People eat steak. Therefore, it is people food and not for dogs. It will KILL them! KILL THEM!
But it's people food. People food is bad for dogs. They must only eat dog food.
True. A piece of steak is TERRIBLE for a dog. I mean, why would you feed a dog meat? It's not as though that's what they're built to eat or anything.We never allow our dogs people food, it is not good for them
That doesn't make sense, dogs are carnivores!
How is it people food? cows aren't only for humans!
I have no idea how long this continues but please have mercy
Also, let's make sure wolves don't eat anymore carcasses.
Dear god is this for real? I know I am home with a fever, someone please tell me I am hallucinating this.0 -
I have a dog (not exactly the same thing) but you would be amazed how many people think it's ok to give an animal people food. Anytime I go to a social gather I make it clear to everyone that it is not OK to feed my dog anything. I think it's a parent's responsibility (or pet owner) to have that talk with family/friends. Don't just assume that everyone should know.
Seriously I like animals as much as the next guy but who the heck takes their pet to social gatherings on a regular basis?
Maybe I just am not aware of this...I never see anyone do it.
My mother-in-law's gay friend brings his dog to every holiday function. But then again, he insists that he's the pooch's "mama". So...0 -
OP was dropped on head as a child....0
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This is exactly why when I have my nieces and nephews, we make a special trip to the gym where I make run on the treadmill, ride the stationary bike and they either squat, benchpress or deadlift before they are permitted to leave!!! As they whine and cry, I just yell "feel the burn!! One more rep!! 5 more minutes...you can do it!!!" and then the rest of the gym just thinks it's like a version of the biggest loser and that they are working really really hard.
Heaven knows what trash their parents are feeding them and how their little bodies just cannot fight off that sugar poison and how the calories will build up and make them fat before they turn 5!!!
Healthy habits early and often!!!0 -
Not what I thought this was going to be about. So I should tell Grandma to stop allowing my son to have ice cream? Yeah, that'll happen. Grandparents house is where all the treats happen, it is the privilege of being a grandparent. I plan on doing the same when it is my turn (unless there is a MEDICAL reason why I should not). I agree with whoever said you sound fun. :noway:
Your welcome.0 -
I have a dog (not exactly the same thing) but you would be amazed how many people think it's ok to give an animal people food. Anytime I go to a social gather I make it clear to everyone that it is not OK to feed my dog anything. I think it's a parent's responsibility (or pet owner) to have that talk with family/friends. Don't just assume that everyone should know.
Seriously I like animals as much as the next guy but who the heck takes their pet to social gatherings on a regular basis?
Maybe I just am not aware of this...I never see anyone do it.
People have people at their homes and they have pets in their homes.0 -
:huh: WOW!!! I'm glad I wasn't a kid around some of your houses around the holidays...
It's Christmas! Lighten up! I'm pretty sure six or seven Christmas cookies never killed a kid.
And if it's all about making sure your five year old makes weight for a competition, you my friend have some serious issues! I would pay to see you and the parent that sued the school, for bullying, because her sons team lost a game in the same room. That would be priceless... LOL!!!0 -
People eat steak. Therefore, it is people food and not for dogs. It will KILL them! KILL THEM!
But it's people food. People food is bad for dogs. They must only eat dog food.
True. A piece of steak is TERRIBLE for a dog. I mean, why would you feed a dog meat? It's not as though that's what they're built to eat or anything.We never allow our dogs people food, it is not good for them
That doesn't make sense, dogs are carnivores!
How is it people food? cows aren't only for humans!
I have no idea how long this continues but please have mercy
Also, let's make sure wolves don't eat anymore carcasses.
Dear god is this for real? I know I am home with a fever, someone please tell me I am hallucinating this.
I don't know who is involved in this conversation, so maybe I'm wrong, but I would think the person claiming that steak is people food and will kill dogs is just toying with people.0 -
This is exactly why when I have my nieces and nephews, we make a special trip to the gym where I make run on the treadmill, ride the stationary bike and they either squat, benchpress or deadlift before they are permitted to leave!!! As they whine and cry, I just yell "feel the burn!! One more rep!! 5 more minutes...you can do it!!!" and then the rest of the gym just thinks it's like a version of the biggest loser and that they are working really really hard.
Heaven knows what trash their parents are feeding them and how their little bodies just cannot fight off that sugar poison and how the calories will build up and make them fat before they turn 5!!!
Healthy habits early and often!!!
Best post yet. Thank you.0 -
This topic is strongly worded on purpose - partly for fun, and also because I'm tired of having to run interference with food pushers.
My kids are allowed sweets and treats in moderation - but the next person to sneak one of my kids a cookie behind my back may be force fed a full length video of my five year old crying after he gets his backside handed to him at his next wrestling tournament.
This answer is strongly worded on purpose - nothing fun in mind. If your 5 year old is crying when getting defeated in a wrestling tournament - there are more serious issues to be worried about than cookies.
Have you ever been to grade school wrestling tournaments? Unfortunately, there's a lot of crying . . .
A five year old is a kindergartner. My point was about putting a child into a pressure cooker that makes him want to cry at the end (regardless of how many children are in the cooker with him). There is so much time in our school years for organized sports. I find it interesting that we keep pushing our children to do these things at younger ages. I guess the days of having to wait until you are old enough to do something, are over.0 -
It was me.
People eat steak. Therefore, it is people food and not for dogs. It will KILL them! KILL THEM!
But it's people food. People food is bad for dogs. They must only eat dog food.
True. A piece of steak is TERRIBLE for a dog. I mean, why would you feed a dog meat? It's not as though that's what they're built to eat or anything.We never allow our dogs people food, it is not good for them
That doesn't make sense, dogs are carnivores!
How is it people food? cows aren't only for humans!
I have no idea how long this continues but please have mercy
Also, let's make sure wolves don't eat anymore carcasses.
Dear god is this for real? I know I am home with a fever, someone please tell me I am hallucinating this.
I don't know who is involved in this conversation, so maybe I'm wrong, but I would think the person claiming that steak is people food and will kill dogs is just toying with people.
And you know I'm always serious. Especially since I don't understand sarcasm at all.0 -
I have a dog (not exactly the same thing) but you would be amazed how many people think it's ok to give an animal people food. Anytime I go to a social gather I make it clear to everyone that it is not OK to feed my dog anything. I think it's a parent's responsibility (or pet owner) to have that talk with family/friends. Don't just assume that everyone should know.
Seriously I like animals as much as the next guy but who the heck takes their pet to social gatherings on a regular basis?
Maybe I just am not aware of this...I never see anyone do it.
My mother-in-law's gay friend brings his dog to every holiday function. But then again, he insists that he's the pooch's "mama". So...
I have a friend like this that refers to his cat as his son.0 -
It was me.
People eat steak. Therefore, it is people food and not for dogs. It will KILL them! KILL THEM!
But it's people food. People food is bad for dogs. They must only eat dog food.
True. A piece of steak is TERRIBLE for a dog. I mean, why would you feed a dog meat? It's not as though that's what they're built to eat or anything.We never allow our dogs people food, it is not good for them
That doesn't make sense, dogs are carnivores!
How is it people food? cows aren't only for humans!
I have no idea how long this continues but please have mercy
Also, let's make sure wolves don't eat anymore carcasses.
Dear god is this for real? I know I am home with a fever, someone please tell me I am hallucinating this.
I don't know who is involved in this conversation, so maybe I'm wrong, but I would think the person claiming that steak is people food and will kill dogs is just toying with people.
And you know I'm always serious. Especially since I don't understand sarcasm at all.
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It was me.
People eat steak. Therefore, it is people food and not for dogs. It will KILL them! KILL THEM!
But it's people food. People food is bad for dogs. They must only eat dog food.
True. A piece of steak is TERRIBLE for a dog. I mean, why would you feed a dog meat? It's not as though that's what they're built to eat or anything.We never allow our dogs people food, it is not good for them
That doesn't make sense, dogs are carnivores!
How is it people food? cows aren't only for humans!
I have no idea how long this continues but please have mercy
Also, let's make sure wolves don't eat anymore carcasses.
Dear god is this for real? I know I am home with a fever, someone please tell me I am hallucinating this.
I don't know who is involved in this conversation, so maybe I'm wrong, but I would think the person claiming that steak is people food and will kill dogs is just toying with people.
And you know I'm always serious. Especially since I don't understand sarcasm at all.
Thank god. Faith in humanity restored. :flowerforyou:0 -
It was me.
People eat steak. Therefore, it is people food and not for dogs. It will KILL them! KILL THEM!
But it's people food. People food is bad for dogs. They must only eat dog food.
True. A piece of steak is TERRIBLE for a dog. I mean, why would you feed a dog meat? It's not as though that's what they're built to eat or anything.We never allow our dogs people food, it is not good for them
That doesn't make sense, dogs are carnivores!
How is it people food? cows aren't only for humans!
I have no idea how long this continues but please have mercy
Also, let's make sure wolves don't eat anymore carcasses.
Dear god is this for real? I know I am home with a fever, someone please tell me I am hallucinating this.
I don't know who is involved in this conversation, so maybe I'm wrong, but I would think the person claiming that steak is people food and will kill dogs is just toying with people.
And you know I'm always serious. Especially since I don't understand sarcasm at all.
LOL your so funny.0 -
OP, all I've learned from you is to keep a whip at my side to use in the event that a person dare hand my child a delicious sugary treat. Surely, it will ruin his odds of being successful. Maybe some cucumber throwing stars to deflect all other offenders?0
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This topic is strongly worded on purpose - partly for fun, and also because I'm tired of having to run interference with food pushers.
My kids are allowed sweets and treats in moderation - but the next person to sneak one of my kids a cookie behind my back may be force fed a full length video of my five year old crying after he gets his backside handed to him at his next wrestling tournament.
This answer is strongly worded on purpose - nothing fun in mind. If your 5 year old is crying when getting defeated in a wrestling tournament - there are more serious issues to be worried about than cookies.
Have you ever been to grade school wrestling tournaments? Unfortunately, there's a lot of crying . . .
A five year old is a kindergartner. My point was about putting a child into a pressure cooker that makes him want to cry at the end (regardless of how many children are in the cooker with him). There is so much time in our school years for organized sports. I find it interesting that we keep pushing our children to do these things at younger ages. I guess the days of having to wait until you are old enough to do something, are over.
Yeah, I sort of avoid activities with my daughter that end up in lots of tears. But I'm sort of funny that way. I would also never expose my child to the concept of 'weight' except at the doctor's office at such a young age. Could this be the reason male anorexia is on the rise? Young males do crazy things to make weight for wrestling. To think of intentionally exposing your 5 year old to that kind of weight scrutiny makes me sick. "Don't you DARE EAT THAT COOKIE! You won't make weight!" :sick:0 -
It was me.
And you know I'm always serious. Especially since I don't understand sarcasm at all.
LOL your so funny.
Finish your thought ...
My so funny what?0 -
This topic is strongly worded on purpose - partly for fun, and also because I'm tired of having to run interference with food pushers.
My kids are allowed sweets and treats in moderation - but the next person to sneak one of my kids a cookie behind my back may be force fed a full length video of my five year old crying after he gets his backside handed to him at his next wrestling tournament.
Because eating a cookie will make him lose the tournament?
One cookie? No. Too many cookies? Yes, especially if he misses a weight cut off and has to wrestle up a class.
What if I give him a whole bag of apples or carrots, instead of cookies, and he misses weight? We're good then, right?0
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