Other people's kids.

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I'm kind of surprised that even though I have a son now, I really don't care much for other people's kids. Not that I dislike them, but I am rather unimpressed by them, maybe even indifferent, sometimes annoyed, especially when they are a little "off", or behaving badly. I see people oogling over other people's kids, gawking and staring and giggling (particularly women, but not only), and I just don't get it. Yeah they're cute, but so what? So are lots of kids.

Does anyone know what I'm talking about?
 
Yes. People who think kids are just the most wonderful thing in the world. Farthest thing from the truth there is.

I don't particularly find any kids cute, as I have a very short fuse, and lots of things get on my nerves. If they're under the age of 4, they're prone to cry all the ****ing time. If they're between the age of 5 and 8, they constantly ask stupid questions, if they're over the age of 8 they think they know everything.

Kids these days need to learn how to sit down, shut up, and leave stuff alone, especially the Ghost.
 
I think it was Elaine Boosler that did the comedy sketche about a person incessantly trying to get their kids to say cute things.

I find that especialy annoying. When it comes to loud and/or boisterous kids, I have even less patience.

So I'm with milefile. Kids are honestly on par with dogs and cats for me. Up until they reach about age 7, then they should be seen and not heard until about age 13.

AO
 
I get the impression that parents today, with young kids, aren't as strict as they used to be. Some kids deserve a swift kick up the you know where, but do it and you're judged as a criminal_. I'm not talking about a fierce slap or kick, here. Something that will make him/her think twice about acting like a total ass and disturbing everyone the next time we go out.
 
Originally posted by Der Alta
I think it was Elaine Boosler that did the comedy sketche about a person incessantly trying to get their kids to say cute things.

I find that especialy annoying. When it comes to loud and/or boisterous kids, I have even less patience.

So I'm with milefile. Kids are honestly on par with dogs and cats for me. Up until they reach about age 7, then they should be seen and not heard until about age 13.

AO
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As a 17 year old myself, and having about the patience of a tin can trying to open itself without an opener, I actually find young kids very cute, probably because I've known about 6 cousins as they've gone from infants to post-10 years old.

I admit to being the world's most impatient and cynical person, but that is all somehow swept aside when I talk to young children. I know their parents are never going to understand them (still remembering that stage meself, bad memories...) so I do the best I can to help them understand their parents.

Kids are definitely annoying, especially my younger brother, but I don't think they should be not seen and not heard, certainly, just treated like a friend and mate, the same way you'd treat your best bloke down at the pub. They'll recognise that you're being a friend and not an enemy.

edit: epic wants me to say hi. He's talking to me on MSN right now. :D
 
My bosses wife just came in to work with their wierd kids and everything groud to a screeching halt over it. I just continued to work at my desk and end up feeling like the odd-man-out over it. But I just don't care. I'd never drag my son in here and show him off like that. In fact, I prefer to keep a strict sepeation between family and work. It just seems natural.

I don't want to give the wrong impression, though. I enjoy listening to some people's stories about their kids because I can undestand how proud they are, and I can relate. And I like talking about my son, too, especially since he does something new all the time. But the important stuff, the bond, the hopes for the future, love... I don't bother rambling about that because it's too personal and not for anyone but us.

Some friends of ours come over occasionally and bring their two very odd kids and just let them loose in our house and sort of forget about them. My wife and I have to keep pointing out how they are about to hurt themselves, or break something, or are throwing crap in the pool, or hanging off the one year old tree, etc. I'd never let my kid run rampant at someone's house like that.
 
Usually, if they are well-behaved, then no, they don't bother me. They are actually interested in some of the most mundane of daily tasks, which makes entertainment simple. I have nephews and nieces, and some people's kids aren't all that bad. But I can't say I go out of my way for them at my age, unlike how I was 10-15 years ago when I didn't mind having to baby-sit or playing around with kids on my block.

However, I usually avoid the annoying, troublesome, loud-mouthed kids. Their parents are likely to blame everyone lese but themselves for their behavioral issues. In fact, I'll make them think twice about being bad. Sometimes it doesn't take much else but an evil stare, and something shouted at them...some parents have never told their kids "NO!" once in their lives, and it's sad.
 
Originally posted by pupik
Usually, if they are well-behaved, then no, they don't bother me. They are actually interested in some of the most mundane of daily tasks, which makes entertainment simple. I have nephews and nieces, and some people's kids aren't all that bad. But I can't say I go out of my way for them at my age, unlike how I was 10-15 years ago when I didn't mind having to baby-sit or playing around with kids on my block.

However, I usually avoid the annoying, troublesome, loud-mouthed kids. Their parents are likely to blame everyone lese but themselves for their behavioral issues. In fact, I'll make them think twice about being bad. Sometimes it doesn't take much else but an evil stare, and something shouted at them...some parents have never told their kids "NO!" once in their lives, and it's sad.
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Agreed. I know some NASTY little coons who live on my block at the moment. We've got birds nesting in the trees right now, with little chicks. One of these filthy little ****heads climbed the tree and actually KILLED a chick; it was the saddest thing in the world. It's extremely lucky that I wasn't home at the time otherwise I would've been out there in a flash, I'd've done something regrettable to them.

Unless it's happened to you, you can't understand the atrocity of someone killing just for the hell of it. For FUN. Really, it makes you cry. I'm almost crying with the memory of it right now. :(
 
Having 4 myself you'd think I was kid obsessed and love having loads of kids in the house, but i dont! I bloody hate it !!
I can deal with and love my own and they are not really a problem but other peoples...no! when my sis-in law brings her 3 kids round it's a nightmare I just can't wait for them to get their jackets on ready to go home :irked: and they always leave a mess behind :mad: not that I don't love them though cause I do they are my nieces :D just a shame they are such spoilt brats!

Damn kids! :banghead:
 
Originally posted by lotus350
Having 4 myself you'd think I was kid obsessed and love having loads of kids in the house, but i dont! I bloody hate it !!
I can deal with and love my own and they are not really a problem but other peoples...no! when my sis-in law brings her 3 kids round it's a nightmare I just can't wait for them to get their jackets on ready to go home :irked: and they always leave a mess behind :mad: not that I don't love them though cause I do they are my nieces :D just a shame they are such spoilt brats!

Damn kids! :banghead:
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That's what I'm talking about.
 
Originally posted by milefile
I'm kind of surprised that even though I have a son now, I really don't care much for other people's kids. Not that I dislike them, but I am rather unimpressed by them, maybe even indifferent, sometimes annoyed, especially when they are a little "off", or behaving badly. I see people oogling over other people's kids, gawking and staring and giggling (particularly women, but not only), and I just don't get it. Yeah they're cute, but so what? So are lots of kids.

Does anyone know what I'm talking about?
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I know exactly what you're talking about. I avoid people at work when they bring their kids in. I don't want to put on some kind of act that I'm the least bit interested in their kids. The bad thing is I feel like it's gotten worse since I got one of my own. I only care about mine and am only interested in mine. The only exception to this rule has been during football season when I was coaching. I loved getting to know the kids I was coaching and seeing them grow during the football season. I was truly saddened when it came to an end and I realized I would only see them now and then here and there in town and around school when I was at a school activity. When your son get's older I encourage you to get involved in his activities(especially sports). Do some coaching. You will love it.(as if you couldn't already tell by my last few avatars)

Anyone want to here about my son?:lol:
 

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