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Debate Board : Teens Going On Family Holidays?
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From: MSN Nickname«¤Ťu§ħ¥¤»�?/nobr>  (Original Message)Sent: 1/13/2007 1:38 AM
I got a question for you  --
 
This time of year certain people take off and go on Summer Holidays as a family -- and sometimes some people have beach houses they go down to and what have we --
When their kids reach a certain age -- say example my son at 17 -- their friends are all here and the thought of them taking off -- they dont want to go or would rather not!
 
so my question is --
 
do you let the kids stay or tell them they have to come on the family holiday??
 
Did this happen to you when you were a teen -- that your parents organised things and you werent too keen to leave your friends ?? did you go?
 
Like to hear your thoughts and views


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From: MSN NicknameappleokieSent: 1/13/2007 5:17 PM
I actually did go off for the weekend once and leave my 17 year old son at home.  It was a short road trip with another couple and he wasn't interested in going.  It really wasn't a family thing.  I was nervous about leaving him home alone because he was under age.  He is not a wild, party kid and I knew I could trust him.  He did fine but I called him about 5 times a day that particular weekend.  I think when they get around 17 it is hard to force them to do the things you want to do because they are into becoming their own person.  Sometimes it helps if they can bring a friend along on the trip with you. 

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From: MSN NicknameLynni1™♥Sent: 1/14/2007 2:18 AM
When I was growing up..family trips were just that Family trips..and you went whether you wanted to or not..up until you either married or went off to school. I did bring  my best friend along a time or two and went with her a few times on her family trips. Since growing up and having my own family and taking our own family trips..I am glad my parents made me go..we made alot of great family memories that I cherish to this day.
Living kids alone:..I think that depends on the individual kid..as appleokie said her son was reliable and respectful of his parents and their wishes. Since it wasn't particularly a family trip..then by all means it's okay to leave them, as long as they have all the emergency #'s handy and a way to contact you 24/7. Trust is one thing, safety precautions another.

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From: MSN Nickname«¤Ťu§ħ¥¤»�?/nobr>Sent: 1/14/2007 2:45 AM
 
Thanks for the replies -- was having a discussion with my son -- coz one of his mates is going away next week and he is in 2 minds about going -- feels bad if he doesnt go but wants to stay with his mates -- was just curious what your thoughts were
 
I agree that as much time as you can have with them -- take it  -- Strengthens that family bond and shows them -- family is important!
 
I was the same that I had to go  -- my brother would take a friend occasionally -- but I do agree with you, appleokie, that for a weekend like that -- is ok and depending on the child
 
well said Lynne -- I agree -- Trust is one thing, safety precautions another.

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From: MSN Nickname®niceguy�?/nobr>Sent: 1/14/2007 8:41 PM
When my parents went on vacation I was always happy to go with them.  I didn't have many friends and the one or two that I did have.... well, they'd be there when I got back.

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From: MSN NicknameappleokieSent: 1/14/2007 9:00 PM
Niceguy,
You sound like a nice guy.  Your parents are lucky to have a son like you.
Barb

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From: MSN Nickname®niceguy�?/nobr>Sent: 1/15/2007 8:21 PM
Aw shucks, appleokie.  Thank you ma'am.

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From: MSN Nickname«¤Ťu§ħ¥¤»�?/nobr>Sent: 1/16/2007 3:55 AM
LOL @ NiceGuy -- saying Ma'am -- I think that word is so cute   

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From: MSN Nickname®niceguy�?/nobr>Sent: 1/16/2007 7:24 PM

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