Sunday, February 20, 2011

Grounded

As a parent I thought I knew what grounding my child would entail. Sure, they commit some crime that needs to be dealt with so you ground them. They aren't allowed to enjoy normal every day activities such as playing outside with their friends or even playing inside with family. As the parent even though you have doled out this punishment it still breaks your heart when the child can not participate in those activities.

Well, something I hadn't anticipated, when your child is grounded...so are you! Oh yes, there are no impromptu meals out at a restaurant. No fun trips just because a warm day has come upon you. Sine the child is not allowed to leave his/her room when grounded, it ensures that when one parent runs out for something the other must stay in the house.. Yes, while grounding sounds like such an easy way to discipline it sure does make life much more difficult for us parents.

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