tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7385734613853151197.post5497250702414425070..comments2024-03-05T10:19:16.909-07:00Comments on Ask Your Dad Blog: 5 Things Parents Need to Stop Saying to Non-ParentsJohn Kinnearhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10217999409806454795noreply@blogger.comBlogger258125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7385734613853151197.post-26740812248695848092016-03-14T06:43:41.116-06:002016-03-14T06:43:41.116-06:00Yes! Exactly! Yes! Exactly! Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7385734613853151197.post-21082871882339773422016-03-14T06:41:59.023-06:002016-03-14T06:41:59.023-06:00Before I had kids of my own, this bugged the hell ...Before I had kids of my own, this bugged the hell out of me. I had that one friend who would always try to invite her toddler to parties that are very very NOT a kid friendly. Then I had to either the bad guy, or completely change the party (including guest list) to accommodate. I agree with the author. If it's not explicitly stated, leave the little ones at home. <br /><br />Now that I am a parent, my views have not changed on this. I know that my friends love my kids, but I wouldn't assume that it's cool to bring them to a party starting at 7pm on a Friday! Unless my kids are explicitly invited, I assume that it's NOT kid friendly. And that's okay. Mommy could use a night without kids anyway! Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7385734613853151197.post-4131821212839329992016-01-16T08:10:45.824-07:002016-01-16T08:10:45.824-07:00I'm not a parent but I could see why a parent ...I'm not a parent but I could see why a parent might find this offensive. You're comparing an animal to a human being, the latter of which takes a lot more time to mature and involves a lot more heartache, financial commitment and responsibility (and will one day have a greater impact on the outside world). As much as I love dogs, the difference between a pet and a child is substantial and virtually non-comparable. We childless people don't have to try to be relateable, because people who have children were once childless themselves, and they know what it was like (and many have pets in addition to children, so THEY GET IT). If people really want to reconnect, try being involved in a less shallow manner than thoughtless observations. Hang out with your friends and find new ways to connect, get to know their kids and spouse, develop a relationship with the family. Part of your friend's identity is now being part of a family they helped create, it is no longer the kid you remember from high school who used to get crazy with you every weekend and you need to accept that if you want the relationship to continue.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7385734613853151197.post-87336226619828813382016-01-14T16:01:12.316-07:002016-01-14T16:01:12.316-07:00I love how if someone disagrees with a narrow mind...I love how if someone disagrees with a narrow minded self pity blog, that they are automatically assumed to have not read it. Non-parents are not trying to be friends or fit in with you. They are trying to let you know that they are tired of hearing about your kids, so in their demented head they try to compare an animal they feed to your little human you are trying to raise in a world full of selfish morans. Some people would rather cut their un-born baby out with a knife and have the government pay for it with tax money they stole from people who are actually really contributing to the human race.Straight Forwardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03304018879540347070noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7385734613853151197.post-43901893519772587282015-12-22T09:12:02.173-07:002015-12-22T09:12:02.173-07:00This is exactly it. When people go baby crazy it c...This is exactly it. When people go baby crazy it can be hard to reconnect. Like your friend is there but you can't find them behind all the chatter about babies. It's incredibly self centered to believe that a pet person is just going to sit there nodding and smiling for all of tea time. Relationships are give and take.Annnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7385734613853151197.post-68170196061202265722015-12-22T09:09:33.868-07:002015-12-22T09:09:33.868-07:00I sometimes feel like I'm the only person who ...I sometimes feel like I'm the only person who treats their pets like pets and not children, and I don't have children either. My pets are my companions - not my babies - but that doesn't mean I don't love them less. I thought that was implied but if you say things like that people start treating you like an animal abuser or something. Just little things that make me not want to live on this planet anymore.Annnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7385734613853151197.post-26848729702930427032015-09-19T16:35:35.473-06:002015-09-19T16:35:35.473-06:00We couldn't afford sitters, so if the kids cou...We couldn't afford sitters, so if the kids couldn't go neither could we, as leaving them home alone is illegal. Most parents are desperate to see other adults and talk about things other than Dora the Explorer.Carolyn Watson-Dubischhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17725352720472173179noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7385734613853151197.post-72417119845008820152015-09-10T14:41:15.852-06:002015-09-10T14:41:15.852-06:00They are probably sparing your feelings by telling...They are probably sparing your feelings by telling you it is kid friendly, despite the awkward position you have selfishly put them in. I wouldn't.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7385734613853151197.post-59673413232125186772015-08-28T21:27:30.600-06:002015-08-28T21:27:30.600-06:00Just experienced a twist on #2 tonight. My husband...Just experienced a twist on #2 tonight. My husband encouraged me to sleep for as long as I felt like I should tonight (super busy for us lately- we have been on night shift, I own a business, and had just cooked a meal for a large group of people) when one of the people said, "I remember those days when I could sleep in...you guys are so lucky...yada yada." Seriously? That person knows we would love to have kids more than anything and we aren't naive about what that entails. Just. Stop. :/ Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7385734613853151197.post-4969799824569937322015-06-05T00:19:57.471-06:002015-06-05T00:19:57.471-06:00OMG! THIS IS PERFECT!!! I have a sister who ALWAYS...OMG! THIS IS PERFECT!!! I have a sister who ALWAYS says these things:<br /><br />1. Can you drop this off to mums I have to *insert list of things you need to do with children*<br /><br />What so I dont have anything to do? I dont want to enjoy my free time?<br /><br />2. I have no time to watch tv shows and you spoiled Game of Thrones for me on Facebook (after the season ended a YEAR ago) I have children I cant watch TV like you can.<br /><br />Okay in a year you couldn't find 30 mins a week or even a month to watch one TV show? PAAAAA-LEASE.<br /><br />3. Hey other people in office what time should we do the work dinner next week ill only ask the parents as the non parents wont have any prior commitments...<br /><br />ARE YOU SERIOUS!<br /><br />I swear that most non-parents look at their past in rose tinted glasses after having children. WHEN YOU HAVE NO CHILDREN YOU STILL STRESS! you still have commitments, you still have things that need to be done.<br /><br />I cant handle it any longer. I am not your personal assistant.<br /><br />I need a really good comeback when they start listing all the things they assume is more important than our own problems.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7385734613853151197.post-10144523669121980112015-05-15T05:09:37.567-06:002015-05-15T05:09:37.567-06:00Am making this testimony to the world because of w...Am making this testimony to the world because of what this great man called Great Mutaba did for me i never believed in spell casters until i came in contact with this great man my boyfriend left me 1month ago because of another girl i was so down and felt that the world should end until i contacted Great Mutaba who told me that i should not worry that he will come back to me and he told me all i need to do which i did and after two days my boyfriend called and told me that he was sorry for leaving me that he wanted to come back and i was so happy so am telling the world in case you are having problem with your relationship you can contact him with the following greatmutaba@yahoo.com or call him on +2348054681416 ......,........................<br />(1)If you want your ex back.<br />(2) if you always have bad dreams.<br />(3)You want to be promoted in your office.<br />(4)You want women/men to run after you.<br />(5)If you want a child.<br />(6)You want to be rich.<br />(7)You want to tie your husband/wife to be yours forever.<br />(8)If you need financial assistance.<br />(9)Herbal care<br />10)Help bringing people out of prison<br />Contact him today on: greatmutaba@yahoo.comDoreennoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7385734613853151197.post-52307191170555866632015-05-14T22:45:43.484-06:002015-05-14T22:45:43.484-06:00Before I had kids, I always used to tell people th...Before I had kids, I always used to tell people that I'll have kids when I can simply leave a baby at home with a bowl of water and a bowl for food. When that is possible then I am ready for kids. Of course, I realized that would never happen and eventually decided it was time after 9 years of marriage to finally have a kid. Life is funny and we ended up with twins :)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10933956207941787661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7385734613853151197.post-80106052984434232632015-05-10T03:35:19.078-06:002015-05-10T03:35:19.078-06:00I feel as though I've been waiting for a post ...I feel as though I've been waiting for a post like this for years now. I always knew I didn't want children, and while I'm still young enough that most of my friends haven't had kids yet, many of them plan to reproduce as soon as possible. I just don't share their desire, and it irritates me when parents tell me any/all of these things. Thank you for tackling this topic with such honesty and grace.Meaganhttp://wheresyourdog.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7385734613853151197.post-76925195145292695442015-05-05T12:08:30.828-06:002015-05-05T12:08:30.828-06:00My boyfriend broke up with me a week ago. We dated...<br /><br /><br />My boyfriend broke up with me a week ago. We dated about 4 months. I did everything for him whenever he needed help with something, I love him so much and cared about him a lot. I never asked anything from him. I have no kids and a good well paying job. Everything was so perfect and good between us. He told me he would take me ring shopping and we would settle down and have a baby together. Everything was great. We met each other families and everyone told us we were perfect for each other. 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Below is the email address in <br />situation you are undergoing a heart break or any type of problem and I <br />assure you that as he has done mine for me is going to do your own too you <br />can contact the great man on OKIKASPELLTEMPLE@GMAIL.COM <br />OR OKIKASPELLTEMPLE@YAHOO.COM OR YOU CAN CALL <br />HIS CELL PHONE ON +2348134367919 website:okikaspelltemple.webs.comAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11005737796336476889noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7385734613853151197.post-46008449453523030642015-04-29T18:48:50.745-06:002015-04-29T18:48:50.745-06:00Often, it's not expected to be an insult-sling...Often, it's not expected to be an insult-slinging match. Just today, I asked a parent a question about having her kids call her when they leave home and get to their destination. I asked: "What's a healthy level of paranoia when your kids are travelling?" First words: "You're not a parent, so you wouldn't understand." uh huh. I got the knee under the table from the wife, but moved ahead anyway. After establishing the concept that I was seeking to understand her feelings on the matter; she then changed her attitude, analyzed it and talked it through. In the end, she acknowledged that she was probably a little overboard, and needed to tone it down some. Some in this discussion would hail a victory for non-parents, not for me. I think parents sometimes believe that non-parents can't bring anything relevant to the conversation. An outsider's perspective or experience may be necessary. The child should win.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7385734613853151197.post-16927322541789039912015-04-29T15:28:22.789-06:002015-04-29T15:28:22.789-06:00Great post! So true in many cases!Great post! So true in many cases!Frankhttp://smartbabyhq.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7385734613853151197.post-14441888043295826232015-04-26T18:44:27.300-06:002015-04-26T18:44:27.300-06:00I hear you, Joleen. 20 years of infertility here, ...I hear you, Joleen. 20 years of infertility here, I'm almost 40 and about to try IVF. And like the original commenter said, as an early childhood educator I've made a career dealing with other people's poor parenting. I wish they would all shutup and be happy with what they have.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7385734613853151197.post-9488366805072192702015-04-17T15:41:50.874-06:002015-04-17T15:41:50.874-06:00I'm a person that has never liked kids or both...I'm a person that has never liked kids or bothered with relationships. It's a real head trip for those who feel that everyone needs to pair up and reproduce.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7385734613853151197.post-2013172441168145822015-03-05T00:38:47.436-07:002015-03-05T00:38:47.436-07:00To A-hole anon up there who feels that childless p...To A-hole anon up there who feels that childless people are "self-centered," and apparently did not spend their young years trying to reproduce. I married at 22. I am childless. It is my choice to remain childless. Don't talk about your stupid kid all the time, and I wont talk about my dog. You really think your kid is interesting? Trust me, s/he isn't. You really want to talk about the bigger picture? Then here it is: the world is over populated. World population has doubled since the 1960s. But go ahead and keep popping out kids and looking down upon those who chose not to add to the problem. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7385734613853151197.post-33213515212213013672015-03-02T21:01:10.779-07:002015-03-02T21:01:10.779-07:00@Amanda: This really breaks my heart. I have frien...@Amanda: This really breaks my heart. I have friends with kids. I'm one of the few unattached people in my group and I adore spouses, boyfriends, girlfriends, and kids. But, I want to see my friends. Sometimes I love playing with their kids. And, sometimes I want to share friend time and talk about things that aren't OK for little ears. Or, since I am not a parent, I want to have breakfast without having to deal with "mommy, mommy!" all the time. If it's too much to ask that sometimes you come to MY house, or MY gathering and don't bring your kids then I guess YOU aren't as great a friend as you thought you were. Frankly, I have spent many nights lonely and missing my friends who now have kids and wondering what I could have done to make the friendship work. You make it clear that the rest of us aren't good enough.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7385734613853151197.post-90300715969899441302015-02-11T15:14:16.166-07:002015-02-11T15:14:16.166-07:00Comparing your love of a dog to my love of my chil...Comparing your love of a dog to my love of my children is insulting. I understand that you love that dog but it's so completely different from having a child that the comparison makes you seem foolish and demeaning. Talk to people like me who've had dogs then had kids and you'll start to understand. If you structure your life around the needs of your children that makes you a sacrificial loving parent. If you structure your life around the needs of an animal - that makes you rather pathetic. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7385734613853151197.post-32483131827091590972015-02-09T09:27:11.569-07:002015-02-09T09:27:11.569-07:00Thank you.
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