Glad I’m done. Mine turns 21 on Thanksgiving Day.

Last week he called to ask for a new video card for his birthday. What a bargain dad, it’s only $400.

He had his sales pitch all prepared. I then asked if he needed for school or gaming. I got him to admit it’s more gaming.

My favorite part. But Dad, I’ll get at least 5 years out of it. My reply. In 2 years you’re on your own, and it’s not my problem.

(Head low....I gave in & paid 1/2)

In response to this post by HokieMacDaddy

Posted: 11/20/2019 at 09:58AM

I understand now how we ended up with all these snowflakes -- HokieMacDaddy 11/20/2019 09:36AM

When they are under 2 I defintly agree. Roughly after 2, you need to start -- vt_mughal 11/20/2019 3:52PM

Yes. That's what parents are supposed to do. -- Beerman 11/20/2019 2:50PM

Exactly. How am I supposed to prepare them for a world where -- HokieMacDaddy 11/20/2019 3:48PM

And coincidentally I come across this today -- HokieMacDaddy 11/20/2019 11:36AM

The key is needs but I guarantee some hear it as any and all wants ** -- jmanatVT 11/20/2019 10:53AM

Very good point. Especially when dealing with a baby/toddler -- Tafkam Hokie 11/20/2019 4:59PM

Glad I’m done. Mine turns 21 on Thanksgiving Day. -- two91hokies 11/20/2019 09:58AM

I've been noticing a terrible case of child abuse and abandonment lately. -- Hokie360 11/20/2019 09:56AM

Sounds like my house. All three of ours walk to school. ** -- Betabeachbum 11/20/2019 11:17AM

Really, don't know how I survived. Uphill in the snow...both ways.:) ** -- AZHokie59 11/20/2019 10:10AM

Fortunately, that doesn’t preclude drinking heavily. ** -- PhotoHokieNC 11/20/2019 09:51AM

Glad I’m done. Mine turns 21 on Thanksgiving Day.

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