DEAR ABBY: Last week we had our children and grandkids over.
We looked after children, cooked, waited on everyone and cleaned up while the
adults sat texting on their cellphones. Spending time on the cellphone rather
than socializing is rude. It says our company isn’t valued; neither we nor your
children are important enough for your attention. It teaches children it isn't
necessary to show gratitude when someone prepares their meal. The visit left a
bitter taste. It will be a long time before we invite them to our home again. Cellphones
are part of our culture, but adults still have the power to turn them off! - DISCONNECTED
DISCONNECTED: While your children sat on their fannies did
you TELL them you need help, their kids need minding and their behavior is
rude? Please recognize these behaviors don’t spring up overnight, and you may
be partly responsible for how your children turned out. Not inviting them isn't
the answer; they may not get the hint.
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