I understand what this girl did was totally wrong, however no adult has any right to put their hands on someone elses kid(s).  Even though she did not hit her, she did grab her - not cool.  Trust me I think the girl is out of line - where is the respect for the adult.  I would be mortified if that was my daughter.  However, I understand the bus drivers daughter coming to her defense, but when she did that, she made bodily contact, which is wrong, same with friends.

All should be charged - whether disorderly conduct or battery - they are all at fault, as bodily contact was made by all.

Denise
"Love must be as much a light, as it is a flame"
-Henry David Thoreau

I just spoke to Rachel, she is doing better - and hopes to go home early this week.  She send everyone her thanks for all the well wishes and good thoughts.

Thanks for caring about our MT addict and showing her all the love!

Denise
"Love must be as much a light, as it is a flame"
-Henry David Thoreau

Denise
"Love must be as much a light, as it is a flame"
-Henry David Thoreau

Hum, that is hard to say - as my mother raised on heck of a PERFECT child- just joking!

In ways I think Eric and I are doing a better job, but the only reason I feel this way is it is a TOTALLY different time.  My parents are awesome with my kids and other nephews and niece, so I think if they were raising a child now a days they would still be doing a good job.

My mom and dad were always there for us kids, taught us right from wrong, made us face our consequences, loved us, spoiled us, punished us, talked to us, yelled at us, etc.  I have a GREAT relationship with my parents and feel they did a FANTASTIC job at raising me, my sis, and 2 brothers.

I think my mom and dad both feel we are doing a fine job - actually I know they do, as they tell us that - we are here in AZ all by ourselves, and can not rely on any family - and they see that.  Actually when my kids were in IL - all my extended family - aunts, uncles, all commented on how we have done a hell of a job raising them.

Denise
"Love must be as much a light, as it is a flame"
-Henry David Thoreau

Denise
"Love must be as much a light, as it is a flame"
-Henry David Thoreau

Denise
"Love must be as much a light, as it is a flame"
-Henry David Thoreau

1.  To bed

2. To Grandma's

No seriously . . .

1. Amusement park

2. Museum

3. State Capitals

4. Beach

5. School event

6. Sports event

Denise
"Love must be as much a light, as it is a flame"
-Henry David Thoreau

Denise
"Love must be as much a light, as it is a flame"
-Henry David Thoreau

Denise
"Love must be as much a light, as it is a flame"
-Henry David Thoreau

Denise
"Love must be as much a light, as it is a flame"
-Henry David Thoreau

Denise
"Love must be as much a light, as it is a flame"
-Henry David Thoreau

My DH would NEVER allow his son to be entered into something that is not macho enough to be considered manly!  I know this is sad, but it is his feelings.  When Sam was a baby, he did wear hand me downs from Hannah  - onesies, etc that were covered by clothes.

DH got weird when seen Son in a pink polo however my son told his dad "chicks dig guys who wear pink"  So that took care of that.

Denise
"Love must be as much a light, as it is a flame"
-Henry David Thoreau

I completely agree with Jan.  While I hope it is nothing - you do need a copy of these type of things, so if needed later to protect YOU!  Do not let him know you have these copies either.

Like others have said do not accuse, but state the facts that you found and how you feel about them.  You will need to listen, but he needs to hear you out also.  Do not let him turn this on you.  That is a cheaters ammo - they will make it seem like your fault and none of this is your fault.

I have never been in this situation, and hope to never be, but think of yourself and your kids first - even though he is your hubby and father to your kids - realize you are the most important person in this equation - and need to take care of your self first.

Denise
"Love must be as much a light, as it is a flame"
-Henry David Thoreau

I am huge on recycling.  My kids know to keep out the items Glendale recycles.  The one thing they do not recycle and am bummed about is glass.  Wish they would start that.

Another mother and I are starting "GO GREEN" campaign at school for next year.  We are going to start a compost pile, and recycling program at the school to get the kids involved.  So if the do not do it at home, they will learn they need to, and by helping the school recycle, they will be helping the enviroment.

Denise
"Love must be as much a light, as it is a flame"
-Henry David Thoreau

Great job at opening the communication.  It will be a long road, but it is worth the trip.

Denise
"Love must be as much a light, as it is a flame"
-Henry David Thoreau