Living a positive life

[stonebreakerwasgod]

I have my five year old 'wonderboy' and also a 15 year old son. They are both wonderful. Walking into my teen's room, I saw questionable posters, movies, games, music (I do not think most hiphop/rap is appropriate for kids) and the like. My wife and I, tired of the occasional negative talk/attitude/language decided to make some changes.
We got a couple of books.
1) Help Yourself For Teens by Dave Pelzer (author of a boy called it)
2) Positive Words, Powerful Results by Hal Urban (no relation to meyer)
3) Bill O'Reillys book for kids

We will each read them, a little at a time, and then discuss the meaning and what we got out of it.

We think surrounding yourself, the family, and especially teens with positives can only be 'positive'. Gone are the offending posters, music, and movies, etc. Far be it for me to tell others how to live, but I wanted to share with ya'll that we believe that it is certainly something to think about.
Words you say, things you hear and see, can either have a positive or negative influence. We choose the positive one.

Goodbye MTV and Myspace (sorry Svo) in our home. At least until the kids are older.

What say you?

[TexasDomer]

I say we all learn from those around us do more than from what they read or see.

Beyond the steps you have taken, be sure that you are walking the talk. If they see you reading/viewing/listening to/saying inappropriate things, it will have much more impact than if they watch MTV.

[stonebreakerwasgod]

BTW- As an exercise, take stock of what surrounds the older kids (if you have them).

[stonebreakerwasgod]

I say we all learn from those around us do more than from what they read or see.

Beyond the steps you have taken, be sure that you are walking the talk. If they see you reading/viewing/listening to/saying inappropriate things, it will have much more impact than if they watch MTV.

Agreed 100%.

[mlcspinner]

We make it appoint to all eat at the table with no TV every night. It's a good way to find out what is going on in their lives.

[notredomer23]

Stoney, I suggest you do what my family does during the school year. Talk to his teachers and check his bookbag. As much as its invading my privacy when my parents do it, it keeps me out of trouble and makes me do my home work.

[stonebreakerwasgod]

It's funny, in one of the books it said "Don't let a former negative experience consume you". That is for some of my buddies who I hope, in time, will be able to forgive and forget, and be apart of great things. God bless ya.

[Sir John]

Difficult since I tried to hold a fam together did it 19 years then divorced. I had a stepson which was an absolute *(&*&%# er.

But an old priest I knew did say and it helped for the others.... Do you sit down at meals together? (Really simple) Rather then fast food into your room or the TV. You our forced to see each other, discuss things. Watch all the fast food commercials just a lonely guy chomping on a burger while leaning on his car or some sutch promo set up

[rdrdreamer]

TexasDomer...you were right on with your post!

The problem in my opinion is this...we as parents tend to lose our insiration in how we deliver the message to our kids as they get older. Most of us feel that we have done enough of the right things, said all of the correct things that we can rely soely on trust to see them through the next periods, considered just as important...the teen years.

What happens is that they have become strong with the beliefs and lessons taught, that they have actually evolved into young people with a mind of their own...opinionated, curious and more than willing to put the lessons taught to the test. Its natural...its was makes us strong.

But we as parents must be vigilant to show them of the differences they will look to bring to our attention...and be ever ready to relay the following..."I TOLD YOU SO!" As for MTV...not all is bad, but the lesson being shown the youth is quite simple...nothing matters but fun regardless of its consequences...period! The friends they associate with also will compete with us for the lessons taught/learned. Kids feel that if they do not hear something from MTV or their friends...then it is basically a myth!

Keep your kids close...your young men/women closer. Don't worry about them 'hating' you today...its all part of the growing process, part of our job. We should never have to compete with their friends for their attention, the lessons taught...NEVER! And tomorrow, they will thank you.

[stonebreakerwasgod]

We make it appoint to all eat at the table with no TV every night. It's a good way to find out what is going on in their lives.


That's awesome man. I think doing that stuff is wonderful. I'm not suggesting that people change their lives radically, but small things can be done with huge results.
I'm no expert, and this is new for us, we will see what happens. All I can say, is that I am actually excited about trying to impact our lives for the better.

[scooper]

It's funny, in one of the books it said "Don't let a former negative experience consume you". That is for some of my buddies who I hope, in time, will be able to forgive and forget, and be apart of great things. God bless ya.

That's sound advice. :D

After eating in front of the TV from the time we were together, my wife and I implemented dinner at the dining room table every night when my first son was born. We felt it was important to establish that early.

[rdrdreamer]

That's sound advice. :D

After eating in front of the TV from the time we were together, my wife and I implemented dinner at the dining room table every night when my first son was born. We felt it was important to establish that early.

Scooper, Stoney...

So simple, yet so important. Regardless of our day, my wife and I understand the unconditional love our kids have for us...and us for them.

Our oldest is 28, the youngest 18. And what is so awesome is the fact that when they come home (which is almost daily), they all still wait for me (I am last to serve myself in our home...reversed tradition) to be served so that we can all sit together at the table. It is here and at church that all our lives are on hold as individuals...regardless of the ages.

[stonebreakerwasgod]

You guys are awesome. I think that sometimes, we get caught up in things, and we don't take stock of what is truly important.

[scooper]

You guys are awesome. I think that sometimes, we get caught up in things, and we don't take stock of what is truly important.
Yes-defensive ends. :D

[mlcspinner]

Yes-defensive ends. :D

and the Kids.

We say to our wives, girlsfriends or partners that we love them. Don't forget to tell your kids that you love them. I say that everyday and they say" Dad I know" hopefully they will remember it when things aren't so good for them.

[rdrdreamer]

and the Kids.

We say to our wives, girlsfriends or partners that we love them. Don't forget to tell your kids that you love them. I say that everyday and they say" Dad I know" hopefully they will remember it when things aren't so good for them.


Nice! Yes, we do remember...always! :)

[stonebreakerwasgod]

It's all about the kids! Not about spoiling them, or giving them what they want. To me, we want to provide them more of a happy environment, where they know what is good, what is bad, and what is expected.

[Guff]

Stoney, I suggest you do what my family does during the school year. Talk to his teachers and check his bookbag. As much as its invading my privacy when my parents do it, it keeps me out of trouble and makes me do my home work.

I assuming by this statment that your a kid (so to speak). Based on that assumption....

I think we as parents need to realize that our kids actually appreciate it when we check up on them, provide instruction and in general be their parents.

As my father used to tell me when I was growing up... "I'm your father, not your friend. There's a big difference"

Now that I'm older and his job is done we're friends.

[lattedatte]

I think the most important thing with raising kids is to let them know you are there for them. Every kid will screw up but the important thing is that they learn from it and parents need to be the one teaching them that.

Stoney, I agree with most of what you are saying about raising your kids in a positive environment is great. Kids that grow up in, say, a screaming environment will think tha is the only way to solve conflicts.

But I'm fundamentally against raising your kid in a bubble, TIGHT restrictions on what the watch, listen to, do, will only make them want it more. I think that is just about the worst thing you can do. Of course there needs to be some boundaries so they know what is right and wrong. But in general keep em wide.

It is very difficult though, my Uncle raised 3 boys. Each 2 years apart. The oldest has been in and out of heroine rehab, the middle works for Google in an important finance role and the youngest is at Pitt with straight A's. All raised exactly the same.

[stonebreakerwasgod]

Since you don't know the whole story behind why we are doing this, I don't blame you for not understanding our particular situation. Each person/family need to decide what they feel is best for them. The main message I am sending is to do what you can to surround yourself with things that are positive.

Btw- we aren't taking everything, just limiting certain things that we feel are inappropriate. That isn't living in a bubble, it's letting him be a kid. Which, for some reason, isn't the messge the media is sending these days.

[lattedatte]

Since you don't know the whole story behind why we are doing this, I don't blame you for not understanding our particular situation. Each person/family need to decide what they feel is best for them. The main message I am sending is to do what you can to surround yourself with things that are positive.

Btw- we aren't taking everything, just limiting certain things that we feel are inappropriate. That isn't living in a bubble, it's letting him be a kid. Which, for some reason, isn't the messge the media is sending these days.

I wasn't speaking directly to you on the "bubble" comment, just on a soapbox there. Except, I agree with being positive.

Making adjustments on the fly is a critical parenting skill. I'm sure that is what you had to do.

[stonebreakerwasgod]

I hear ya brother. It has been interesting (not really) for the last couple of years. School, attitutude, lying, following directions, things like that. Finally, my wife and I decided that some drastic changes were necessary. For us, we will see how this works and adjust accordingly. For others, they need to do what they feel is right. Every person, and every situation, is different.

[lattedatte]

I hear ya brother. It has been interesting (not really) for the last couple of years. School, attitutude, lying, following directions, things like that. Finally, my wife and I decided that some drastic changes were necessary. For us, we will see how this works and adjust accordingly. For others, they need to do what they feel is right. Every person, and every situation, is different.

Good luck bud. Some kids mature later in life. Most important for your own sanity, IT IS NOT YOUR FAULT! That is a hard pill to swallow. But if you honestly believe you have done the best you could and your kid went in a different direction that isn't your fault. They just chose to go down the wrong path, you didn't push them down it.

[TheManKnownAsMecca]

I'm 23 and am not married nor do I have children. However, I work with kids as I am a teacher and look forward to becoming a parent. The books listed in the first post are all well and good, but I suggest you go out and purchase Alec Baldwin's Guide to Parenting. It's a great read. I learned that whenever I am upset with my child I should call their cellphones and let them know that they are disgusting little pigs and are very selfish. And by golly, it Alec Baldwin says it, it must be true!

[stonebreakerwasgod]

LOL
Is that a parents guide of "What not to do"??

[TexasDomer]

One other thing not to be afraid of is telling your kids not to do something that you might have done in the past.

"Do as I say, not as I do" is hypocrisy.

"Do as I say, not as I did" is teaching your children from your own experiences.

[stonebreakerwasgod]

Fortunately, I'm a great role model who is a perfect husband and father.

DO AS I AM! :rolleyes:

[stonebreakerwasgod]

Thanx for all the input guys, just wanted to share my thoughts.

[stonebreakerwasgod]

I have a hard time watching the news, whether it be local, FNC, or internet news sites. It is all negative crapola. Therefore, I try to avoid it as much as I can, and still stay informed.

It's hard to be positive when bad things are glorified and reported.

[Akron Irish]

This is a great post. My wife and I are expecting our first this September. Its great to hear some of the ideas that you all have. I plan to use many in my own home....well except the Alec Baldwin portion

[stonebreakerwasgod]

Thanx brother. It's not all about beer, babes, and football. Well........almost. :)

[Fishin'_Irish]

It's not all about beer, babes, and football. Well........almost. :)

I may need to rethink my lifestyle...

[mlcspinner]

Last year we got rid of cable TV in our house, well I should say we went down to basic cable it's like 10 channels. We did it for many reasons but 1 of the main reasons was my daughter who is 11 was watching shows like "America next top model" and "bad girls club" a lot of neg. vibes on TV and kids have enough on their plates nowadays. We thought it was going to be a be deal but it wasn't.

[notredomer23]

Last year we got rid of cable TV in our house, well I should say we went down to basic cable it's like 10 channels. We did it for many reasons but 1 of the main reasons was my daughter who is 11 was watching shows like "America next top model" and "bad girls club" a lot of neg. vibes on TV and kids have enough on their plates nowadays. We thought it was going to be a be deal but it wasn't.

thats probably the best thing you can do for your kids because its going to make them either:more active outside
or: Read a lot. those are two good things for kids.
Or they could just play xbox all day :rolleyes:

[mlcspinner]

we do have xbox that is a problem I will admit but we try to limit that . I even play on it to much sometimes. my wife is great at getting everyone outside and doing things.

[stonebreakerwasgod]

Last year we got rid of cable TV in our house, well I should say we went down to basic cable it's like 10 channels. We did it for many reasons but 1 of the main reasons was my daughter who is 11 was watching shows like "America next top model" and "bad girls club" a lot of neg. vibes on TV and kids have enough on their plates nowadays. We thought it was going to be a be deal but it wasn't.



Wow. That is a pretty huge move for today. I"m sure some people would laugh, or say that's terrible, but I applaud it. The media/others want to sexualize our youth. It's our job to let kids be kids.

[Fishin'_Irish]

I've never had cable, ever, in my life. It's always been a big antennae on the roof, or at least on top of the TV. I'm glad it's this way, too. When I go to a hotel, for example, I get hooked on ESPN. It's OK for a hotel, because there's nothing to do anyway, but if it were at my house, I would never get anything done.

[mlcspinner]

It really wasn't a big deal

[stonebreakerwasgod]

Wow, I just met the only two guys in America without Lifetime or Bravo.

Congratulations! :)

[mlcspinner]

whast is this "lifetime" and "bravo" you talk about ?

[stonebreakerwasgod]

Two networks that provide very little for me.

[NDGirlzRock]

Two networks that provide very little for me.

What no Project Runway?

[Fishin'_Irish]

Wow, I just met the only two guys in America without Lifetime or Bravo.

Congratulations! :)

I'm with spinner on this one.

[stonebreakerwasgod]

Lucky you.

[stonebreakerwasgod]

I'm sure myspace is great, and I think the adults on here should promote GH on that site, but....they found profiles of 29,000 sex offenders on there.
Gee...I wonder why they were there in the first place. THAT, is why my kids aren't allowed there. How scary is that??

[mlcspinner]

very scary :mad: :(

[Fishin'_Irish]

Freaky, very freaky.

[mlcspinner]

going to hang out at the ocean today. that's positive

[stonebreakerwasgod]

Lucky dog, enjoy.

I hear the waters off Cuba are warm. How many are with you, 20 or 70?

[notredomer23]

I'm sure myspace is great, and I think the adults on here should promote GH on that site, but....they found profiles of 29,000 sex offenders on there.
Gee...I wonder why they were there in the first place. THAT, is why my kids aren't allowed there. How scary is that??

not trying to defend your kids, but if you ever do let them have 1, make sure it is private profile

[stonebreakerwasgod]

Everything I have seen and heard, leads me to believe that myspace needs supervision (at a minimum). Of course, that should happen regardless.

[stonebreakerwasgod]

"Words have the power to destroy or heal. When words are both true and kind, they can change our world".
Buddha

I'm obviously not the biggest fan of jabuddha, but truer words have never been spoken.

[stonebreakerwasgod]

Free speech is good, offensive language is not. Having good taste, consideration for others...shows the kind of character a person has.

[mlcspinner]

do unto others as you would have done unto you

[stonebreakerwasgod]

Absolutely. Which is why I will never cheat on my wife. :)

[mlcspinner]

remember to smile today not just with your face but with your voice

[Fishin'_Irish]

I'm going to give you a little advice. There's a force in the universe that makes things happen. And all you have to do is get in touch with it, stop thinking, let things happen, and be the ball.

[stonebreakerwasgod]

Thanx Noonan. :)

[mlcspinner]

help someone out today

[mlcspinner]

Hold a door open for a stranger today

[mlcspinner]

wave to a recruit today

[Fishin'_Irish]

Hold a "bar-be-que" for recruits today.

[mlcspinner]

kick an Michigan fan today

[mlcspinner]

give a wedgie to a usc fan today

[mlcspinner]

Enjoy today no matter what you do.

[stonebreakerwasgod]

Family first.

[stonebreakerwasgod]

Make a child happy, take 'em swimming.

[mlcspinner]

spend some time outside today

[stonebreakerwasgod]

Wear a smile and be a friend. That's what I told my five year old (stoney jr) before I sent him on the bus today for the first time ever!

[notredomer23]

he already started school? wow

[mlcspinner]

Wear a smile and be a friend. That's what I told my five year old (stoney jr) before I sent him on the bus today for the first time ever!


That is always a very big day

[stonebreakerwasgod]

Yeah, I know. He's a big boy.

[mlcspinner]

Taking the kids camping this weekend, no tv, no phones, no xbox360, and no computer. We are going to have a great time, camp fires, card games, and a small hike. :)

[HereComeTheIrish]

Taking the kids camping this weekend, no tv, no phones, no xbox360, and no computer. We are going to have a great time

Enjoy yourself, Spins. Sounds like a great time!

[stonebreakerwasgod]

Yeah man. I'm jealous. What's the weather there? It can't be in the hundreds like in Ohio.

[mlcspinner]

in the 80's

[stonebreakerwasgod]

Dude...that's pretty sweet. They're closing schools here cause of the heat.

[mlcspinner]

we don't start school till next Weds

[stonebreakerwasgod]

We start earlier to regain our sanity.

[mlcspinner]

If you have kids take them camping, if you don't take yourself

[Fishin'_Irish]

in the 80's

I envy you.

[stonebreakerwasgod]

Yeah, good call. Don't forget to bring t.p. and cold beer.

[mlcspinner]

This is a saying on a magnet that was given to my wife when she was diagnosed with cancer. " Lord, help me to remember that nothing is going to happen to me today that You and I can't handle."

[stonebreakerwasgod]

Nice. I also want to mention to all the ladies out there....don't be selfish. Give until it hurts. 2 is better than 1, its better to give than receive, and be positive when you're asked for a 'favor'.

[mlcspinner]

Nice. I also want to mention to all the ladies out there....don't be selfish. Give until it hurts. 2 is better than 1, its better to give than receive, and be positive when you're asked for a 'favor'.



I think I will show this to my wife :)

[stonebreakerwasgod]

I'm in big trouble now. LOL

[mlcspinner]

Speak kindly to your child

[stonebreakerwasgod]

I have only positive thoughts about ND whipping up on GT, and getting into the top 25.

[Fishin'_Irish]

Tell Saturday's starting QB that you're cheering for him.

[mlcspinner]

ignore a GT fan today

[stonebreakerwasgod]

I guess that's better than beating one up.

[mlcspinner]

I guess that's better than beating one up.

that wouldn't be positive

[NDGirlzRock]

I'll be living a positive life tomorrow when ND kicks some bumble bee a**!

[mlcspinner]

I'll be living a positive life tomorrow when ND kicks some bumble bee a**!

GO IRISH!!

[NDGirlzRock]

GT are the Yellow Jackets right?

[stonebreakerwasgod]

Yeppers

[mlcspinner]

swat a yellow jacket today

[mlcspinner]

Laugh at a Michigan fan

[stonebreakerwasgod]

I need a postive message today. Ok here's one......There's always next year.

[mlcspinner]

that's Red Sox talk

how about

Lets take some frustration out on PSU

[stonebreakerwasgod]

If our O line improves, so will we.

[mlcspinner]

http://static.flickr.com/143/328149241_f55a250858_m.jpg

[stonebreakerwasgod]

We am who we am.

[mlcspinner]

If you see Jimmy today give him a thumbs up

[mlcspinner]

help me please, I need something positive

[stonebreakerwasgod]

I think Xtekk lives a negative life.

[mlcspinner]

he was giving Svo crap yesterday please

[stonebreakerwasgod]

Well, it appears xtek needs attention and love, something his parents failed to provide. You just have to feel sorry for the girl.

[mlcspinner]

Well, it appears xtek needs attention and love, something his parents failed to provide. You just have to feel sorry for the girl.


correction: little girl

[stonebreakerwasgod]

My bad.

[mlcspinner]

At least we play Michigan. When was the last time we can could say that

[Tommy]

The Washington Generals VS The Washington Generals

[stonebreakerwasgod]

The bad news bears go to Pittsburgh.

[mlcspinner]

Henne might not play. Thats positive

[stonebreakerwasgod]

I agree. Erin Andrews...very positive.

[mlcspinner]

Blogs are good

[stonebreakerwasgod]

Blogs are good, the Stoney blog will be great.

[mlcspinner]

Thought for today DON'T CHEAT

[stonebreakerwasgod]

not even on your wife.

[Fishin'_Irish]

^^^Good call.

[stonebreakerwasgod]

After the first three games, we do need to stay positive.
Stop the negative waves and the stinkin thinkin...we need to get back to basics and execute.

[mlcspinner]

Positive thought for today Boobs

[stonebreakerwasgod]

That's the most beautiful thing I've ever heard.

[mlcspinner]

It does bring a tear to your eye

[stonebreakerwasgod]

Men can be sensitive.

[mlcspinner]

I guarantee a win this weekend

[stonebreakerwasgod]

You da man! I guarantee that I'll be working and miss the fun stuff.

[mlcspinner]

Lets win one for the Gipper

[Fishin'_Irish]

I guarantee a win this weekend

Can you play O-line? :D

[NDGirlzRock]

Maybe we should tell Charlie to take away the OL's food. Get 'em hungry for the big feast afterwards.

[mlcspinner]

This positive for me. Today I start work at 8 and I'm out at 12 not bad

[mlcspinner]

improvement in the running game

[stonebreakerwasgod]

No doubt. Our line is a little better, on both sides.

[NDgrandson]

Positive thought for today Boobs

That actually worked for me. Reps. :):)

[mlcspinner]

That actually worked for me. Reps. :):)

I am here to help ;)

[stonebreakerwasgod]

A wise man once said .....'Boobs'.

[mlcspinner]

took the kids apple picking today also had a picnic it was great

[stonebreakerwasgod]

Cool man. My kids went to an air show.

[mlcspinner]

It is easy to be thankful and be glad to be a fan in good times but it is times like these that the true fans come out and end up loving the team even more in the future.

[NDgrandson]

My 7 year old daughter's soccer team is 4 - 0 and has a combined score of 19 - 0. I'd trade that record to ND in a heartbeat.

[mlcspinner]

My 7 year old daughter's soccer team is 4 - 0 and has a combined score of 19 - 0. I'd trade that record to ND in a heartbeat.


Now that's a true fan :D

[Fishin'_Irish]

Passing TD's! Yeah!

You know it's bad when I get up and yell "passing touchdown!" and run around the room for 5 minutes in the 5th week of the season just because it's a passing touchdown.

[stonebreakerwasgod]

Sign 'o the times.

[NDGirlzRock]

At least there was a marked improvement. FINALLY!!!

[NDGirlzRock]

BTW

GO CUBS!!!

[dudexcore]

BTW

GO CUBS!!!

exactly!

[stonebreakerwasgod]

Go back to Chicago.

[mlcspinner]

Here is a positive thought...... At least the Reds record won't get any worse this year :p

[stonebreakerwasgod]

It's all about UC until march baby.

[mlcspinner]

I love March Madness. I got to see the first two rounds a few years back in Boston. We met some guy going into the Garden and you took us up to a private box. Free food and beer and TVs to match the other games. It was AWESOME BABY !!!!

[stonebreakerwasgod]

Bengals winning tonite would be very positive, for me at least.

So much for that one..

[stonebreakerwasgod]

I hope that the team stays positive and upbeat. It's easy when the Irish are winning, but the true test of character comes in times of hardship. Stay strong!

[mlcspinner]

I hope that the team stays positive and upbeat. It's easy when the Irish are winning, but the true test of character comes in times of hardship. Stay strong!


Maybe CW should have the team look at the thread " must read for men "

[stonebreakerwasgod]

I want them positive, not erect.

[mlcspinner]

we are off to the Fryeburg Fair in Maine today. It's a pretty big one and the kids love it. Temp is going to be in the mid 70 and sunny

[stonebreakerwasgod]

Have a great time!

[stonebreakerwasgod]

My brother and sister are coming into town this weekend. Perfect due to the fact I can't watch the ND game.

[mlcspinner]

hey I get to watch the Ohio st game big deal

[stonebreakerwasgod]

I can't figure out who to root for. It's kinda like watching USC vs a Florida team.

[Fishin'_Irish]

I can't figure out who to root for. It's kinda like watching USC vs a Florida team.

Eww...

[Sureal]

I can't figure out who to root for. It's kinda like watching USC vs a Florida team.

That's easy.

Root for the cheerleaders...

[stonebreakerwasgod]

I like your style. Reps!

[mlcspinner]

Bengals didn't lose this week :p :D ;)

[mlcspinner]

It's a beautiful fall day here in New England and we are off to watch a rugby game, my sister-in-law's husband plays for the Bull Moose ruby team. We will be back before kickoff of course

[stonebreakerwasgod]

Awesome. Have a great time!

A win today would be most positive.

[stonebreakerwasgod]

Always keep a stiff upper lip.

Although Bubba needs to keep a stiff lower lip.
We got broiled shrimp, basted shrimp, fried shrimp, baked shrimp, bbq shrimp, broiled shrimp....

[mlcspinner]

took the family to the "The Big Game Parade" tonight. We have a high school rivalry that will play it's 103 game on Saturday, St. Johnsbury Hill Toppers vs Lyndonville Vikings. Every night before the big game each class makes a float and they yell, scream and throw candy. good fun

[stonebreakerwasgod]

That is pretty awesome. Not bad....that almost rivals the nitelife in socal.

J/K Sounds like a nice nite w/ the family.

[mlcspinner]

try to eat some what healthy with all the extra candy in your house. From Dr. Spin

[notredomer23]

Seeing what people have been doing in my neighborhood lately, i dont know if it was ok that i took the law into my own hands. Please answer me on this question thats been irking me for the past day.

Well yesterday was Halloween, right? And i live in a neighborhood where a lot of people come to trick o treat and at an age arent you just to old to do it? I know i stopped at 14. But anyway there was a bunch of stoneys, ahem stoners on the corner up to no good as usual. Well anyway by 10 no body was out tricko treating anymore. So they throw a flaming bag of poop into my yard. It really wasnt funny because that flame spread onto the grass and if it wasnt for the quick thinking of my dad who knows what wouldve happenned. But anyway being the cowards those people were, they ran, so i chased them down. i obviously knew where they were running to so i called up one of my friends and asked him if he wanted to help me beat some kids up. We finally track em down, and there is 5 of em. We beat em all up. I feel bad now cuz some guy hurt pretty badly.

So basically, was what i did wrong or was it taking the law into my own hands?

[stonebreakerwasgod]

Way I see it, they got what they had coming to them. Of course, I'm not all that touchy feel, Mr. Sensitive Pony Tail Man that some are.

I wouldn't go out and buy a handgun and act like Charles Bronson, but I wouldn't lose sleep over it.

[Sureal]

Seeing what people have been doing in my neighborhood lately, i dont know if it was ok that i took the law into my own hands. Please answer me on this question thats been irking me for the past day.

Well yesterday was Halloween, right? And i live in a neighborhood where a lot of people come to trick o treat and at an age arent you just to old to do it? I know i stopped at 14. But anyway there was a bunch of stoneys, ahem stoners on the corner up to no good as usual. Well anyway by 10 no body was out tricko treating anymore. So they throw a flaming bag of poop into my yard. It really wasnt funny because that flame spread onto the grass and if it wasnt for the quick thinking of my dad who knows what wouldve happenned. But anyway being the cowards those people were, they ran, so i chased them down. i obviously knew where they were running to so i called up one of my friends and asked him if he wanted to help me beat some kids up. We finally track em down, and there is 5 of em. We beat em all up. I feel bad now cuz some guy hurt pretty badly.

So basically, was what i did wrong or was it taking the law into my own hands?


ND23=Tupac

[mlcspinner]

ND23=Tupac


Now that is some funny poop :) reps

[NDisNCin2010]

im a father of 4 (ages 2, 5, 8, 11)...3 boys and a girl...i know i am in for a hell of a time next decade or so...the best quote i ever had, and that i remember was one my Dad had by Mark Twain on our garage refrigerator; just about says it all in regads to maturity, parenting, etc:

"When I was 17 years old, i could hardly stand to have my old man around.
But when i turned 27, I was shocked to see how much he had learned in 10 years"

My Dad also always said "I'm your father first, and then your friend"...i see way too many other parents acting like buddys with and coddling their kids instead of being their parents.

[Sureal]

im a father of 4 (ages 2, 5, 8, 11)...3 boys and a girl...i know i am in for a hell of a time next decade or so...the best quote i ever had, and that i remember was one my Dad had by Mark Twain on our garage refrigerator; just about says it all in regads to maturity, parenting, etc:

"When I was 17 years old, i could hardly stand to have my old man around.
But when i turned 27, I was shocked to see how much he had learned in 10 years"

My Dad also always said "I'm your father first, and then your friend[/B[B]]"...i see way too many other parents acting like buddys with and coddling their kids instead of being their parents.

Exactly. Discipline equates love just as much as the hugs...

[NDisNCin2010]

Seeing what people have been doing in my neighborhood lately, i dont know if it was ok that i took the law into my own hands. Please answer me on this question thats been irking me for the past day.

Well yesterday was Halloween, right? And i live in a neighborhood where a lot of people come to trick o treat and at an age arent you just to old to do it? I know i stopped at 14. But anyway there was a bunch of stoneys, ahem stoners on the corner up to no good as usual. Well anyway by 10 no body was out tricko treating anymore. So they throw a flaming bag of poop into my yard. It really wasnt funny because that flame spread onto the grass and if it wasnt for the quick thinking of my dad who knows what wouldve happenned. But anyway being the cowards those people were, they ran, so i chased them down. i obviously knew where they were running to so i called up one of my friends and asked him if he wanted to help me beat some kids up. We finally track em down, and there is 5 of em. We beat em all up. I feel bad now cuz some guy hurt pretty badly.

So basically, was what i did wrong or was it taking the law into my own hands?


How old were these 5 kids and how old are you and your buddy that kicked their asses?

[notredomer23]

im 17, hes 17. They were 16-to 18 and really needed to be taught a lesson IMO

[NDisNCin2010]

im 17, hes 17. They were 16-to 18 and really needed to be taught a lesson IMO


then ya done good in my book.

Punk kids gotta be dealt with quickly and effectively for your sake and theirs. better they learn lesson with a good thumping than with a bullet.

i remember me and 2 of my brothers and 3 of my cousins (we were all about the same age...i was 18 they were all between 19 and 22)...anyway, we get in this huge donnybrook in a summer rental in Belmar at the Jersey Shore over some guy at this house party we were at throwing my cousins girlfriend off their porch. I mean the guy literally threw her for no reason, girl was a sweethaeart and hot too. i saw her out of the corner of my eye going thru the air...the porch had about 60 people on it partying, and when she landed you could hear a pin drop. she flew like a rag doll, and when she landed was knocked completely unsconscious-not a peep outof her. after about a 5 second moment of silence and shock i see my cousin go after this guy and from then on it was like all hell broke loose!-we battled on this porch for what seemed an eternity, people screaming, deck furniture all over the place, bottles breaking, bodies going thu the house windows...the craziest fight i had ever been in in my life. i did my bit to help the cause, but my brother and especially my cousins were some real rough dudes and they basically cleaned house, kicked the shit out of anyone on that porch. they also got outta there just in time before the cops show up. my sorry ass gets arrested b/c i dindt get outta there fast enough so i find myself in court about month later, with the same guys that did it and it was funny as hell as the original prick that threw my cuz girlfriend off the porch got ratted out by all his buddies to the judge (in court with broken limbs, casts on their hands, black eyes) saying how it is was all "his fault". so then i go before the judge and the judge thanked me, dropped any charges even the underage drinking one and simply thanked me for "sticking up for that defenseless female" like i was some hero, and said the guys were lucky she didnt press assault charges on them. ya had to be there. point of the story, if you do the right thing and react rather than provoke you should be OK.

[GoshenGipper]

Goodbye MTV

What, no Lauren Conrad?!


Lauren Conrad aka L.C.

http://i175.photobucket.com/albums/w151/GoshenGipper/Misc/LaurenConrad1.jpg

http://www.celebrity-gossip.net/images/photos/laurenconradfinal.jpg

http://www.laurenconrad.com/images/biopic.jpg

Way to be a good dad Stoney! Even if you are doing away with LC.

BTW, 100th POST!

[stonebreakerwasgod]

I didn't mean NO mtv in the house, just for the kids. :)

[mlcspinner]

BC is losing go Fla St

[stonebreakerwasgod]

I'm so effing angry at the loss to Navy, only Jessica Alba could salvage a positive out of today. Come on baby, save me!!

[mlcspinner]

Your right who am I kidding this blows

[stonebreakerwasgod]

LMFAO


Spinner, have I ever told you that "YOU ARE THE EFFING MAN!!"

[stonebreakerwasgod]

Here's a positive..
My wife bought my son his first ND hat. Awesome!!

[NDFan4Life]

Your right who am I kidding this blows

Yea.

And the Pats losing certainly doesn't help matters. :D

[stonebreakerwasgod]

There you go. Spinner is gonna get you. LOL

[NDFan4Life]

There you go. Spinner is gonna get you. LOL

I'm not worried. :D

[stonebreakerwasgod]

LOL

[NDFan4Life]

20 - 10!

This is going to be good! :)

[goirish41]

Here's a positive..
My wife bought my son his first ND hat. Awesome!!

She probably got it for a really good price, too. :D

[NDFan4Life]

This will not be good. :(

Thank goodness I'll be on vacation all next week. :)

[stonebreakerwasgod]

Sorry, ND......it was a good game.

Yes Go, she's a natural born shopper!

[mlcspinner]

Tonight we are all winners

[NDFan4Life]

Tonight we are all winners

How the hell am I a winner?!!?!?:mad:

[stonebreakerwasgod]

Good question. Reps to Spinner!!!

Neg reps to NDfan...... :)

[Sureal]

I'm chillin' in the positive life thread sippin green tea listening to some Ronny Jordan (jazz) on a cloudy day... Ya dig...

Now this is peace my brother... this is positive...

[stonebreakerwasgod]

Sounds pretty good Sureal. I can dig that (do people still say dig?)

[Flyin_Irish]

CAN YOU DIG IT!?!?!?!?!?!

Yes, Stoney, people still say "dig." And The Warriors is still in theatres, right?

[stonebreakerwasgod]

RIF!

[Sureal]

LOL!!!

When you listen to jazz you just groove man... I can't call it with the 70-style ebonics...

[mlcspinner]

I like jazz we listen to it at dinner sometimes

[stonebreakerwasgod]

jazz and blues are great when having cocktail hour.

[Sureal]

Negativity in life:

some lady playing Harry Connick Junior in the cubicle to your left

another old lady with a clock radio on 100.5 Magic Lite (Unhealthy dose of Barry Manilow) two cubicles from your right. I can't hear my Roy Ayers....

Any suggestions???

Oh anybody besides ND23 (Tupac). He's going to suggest a drive by or something... ;)

[stonebreakerwasgod]

23 is a stone cold rappin thug.

[Sureal]

I'm from the hood and I don't like rap so much. Only a couple of "positive" artist.

themes of most songs:

Shoot the dude that looks at you wrong
Treat our women like crap
Look at my watch
because I'm rich and you're not you're stupid.

Somebody give me a record deal... I'm hot.

[stonebreakerwasgod]

I'm sold. I'd give you a deal.

[Fishin'_Irish]

Negativity in life:

some lady playing Harry Connick Junior in the cubicle to your left

another old lady with a clock radio on 100.5 Magic Lite (Unhealthy dose of Barry Manilow) two cubicles from your right. I can't hear my Roy Ayers....

Any suggestions???

Oh anybody besides ND23 (Tupac). He's going to suggest a drive by or something... ;)

I'll feel sorry for you. Do you get any work done? If so, please tell me how you do it, I need to know.

[Sureal]

I'll feel sorry for you. Do you get any work done? If so, please tell me how you do it, I need to know.

Sledge hammer. Silences any noise coming from those two cubicles....

Just try to block out any noises and concentrate on GH.

Believe it or not I settled a customer account while Neil Diamond was playing....

[Fishin'_Irish]

Sledge hammer. Silences any noise coming from those two cubicles....

Just try to block out any noises and concentrate on GH.

Believe it or not I settled a customer account while Neil Diamond was playing....


I assume you meant one of these

http://mfinley.com/gif/sledgehammer.jpg

and not playing this really loud

http://www.youtube.com/v/hqyc37aOqT0&rel=1

although I would suggest both. :)

[Sureal]

LOL!!!

People running around my office wondering "who's the African American Thor..." and

"thank God he ain't got blonde hair"

[daytonirish]

Sureal, sounds like you need to get ahold of spinner bad. He might be able to send you some of his classics to help you get through the day. As far as those cupicales near you, a stick of dynamite may work!

[stonebreakerwasgod]

I knew Vanilla Ice was gonna ruin rap. The other dudes took it to another level after he did his dastardly deed.

[Fishin'_Irish]

I knew Vanilla Ice was gonna ruin rap. The other dudes took it to another level after he did his dastardly deed.

One time, I was thinking about asking a girl out on a date until she told me her favorite artist was Vanilla Ice. True story.

[Fishin'_Irish]

LOL!!!

People running around my office wondering "who's the African American Thor..." and

"thank God he ain't got blonde hair"

LOL!

http://freakcomics.com/images/wwcon_2006/part2/black_thor.jpg

[Sureal]

Lol!!!



Guys That Is Not Me!!! Nor Is He My Uncle!!!

[stonebreakerwasgod]

One time, I was thinking about asking a girl out on a date until she told me her favorite artist was Vanilla Ice. True story.


You still banged her tho, right?

[mlcspinner]

Positive thought

sex with no strings

[stonebreakerwasgod]

See my blog about sex with robots in 2050. Japanese men are going to be AH-SO happy! :)

[mlcspinner]

ND is on a 2 game winning streak

[Fishin'_Irish]

We'll be on a winning streak for the next 10 months.

[NDFan4Life]

284 days 'til SD St. kickoff!!!

[daytonirish]

And yet some folks are still unhappy. 2 game winning streak, better than 12 game loosing streak.

[mlcspinner]

we are going to get our Christmas tree today. We go to this family farm and have a hay ride to where the trees are then cut our tree down. It fun and the kids love it

[mlcspinner]

well things have changed today no tree. A friend of my wife is a single mom and her baby sitter is sick so we offered to take her daughter today so she can go to work. thats positive I think

[stonebreakerwasgod]

We're putting up the Christmas tree today. WOOHOO.

[daytonirish]

Well being single and no kids means I don't do any decorating for Christmas. I get to go to other family members houses to see all the work they do with their decorating. More fun that way. As far as living a positive life, well my mom ask me what I wanted for Christmas. I told her a Gold Club membership. We checked it out and in two weeks I'll offically become a Gold Club member. Now if thats not positive I don't know what is.:)

[mlcspinner]

Well being single and no kids means I don't do any decorating for Christmas. I get to go to other family members houses to see all the work they do with their decorating. More fun that way. As far as living a positive life, well my mom ask me what I wanted for Christmas. I told her a Gold Club membership. We checked it out and in two weeks I'll offically become a Gold Club member. Now if thats not positive I don't know what is.:)

MERRY CHRISTMAS !!

[stonebreakerwasgod]

Awesome

[Fishin'_Irish]

Patriots won, Spinner's happy.

[NDgrandson]

Patriots won, Spinner's happy.

I'm disappointed. :mad::(

Oh well, a better draft pick!

[stonebreakerwasgod]

What happened to the Ravens? They weren't very professional at the end of the game.

[stonebreakerwasgod]

Don't beat the kids, hug 'em

(message of the day)

[stonebreakerwasgod]

Keep a stiff upper lip during the silly season. Things will happen, but be strong, and stay positive!

[NDgrandson]

What happened to the Ravens? They weren't very professional at the end of the game.

Just saw this post today. About the Ravens, professional is not at the top of their priority list. Kicking your ass is #1. Even if they lose, they take solice in making you feel pain for days. It's fun to watch and I have come to be a big fan of good defense and low scoring games, however, this year the other teams are scoring too many points.

[stonebreakerwasgod]

You can kick ass, and still have class. My hoops teams did that alot in h.s. Ugh, I just sounded lame.

[NDgrandson]

You can kick ass, and still have class. My hoops teams did that alot in h.s. Ugh, I just sounded lame.

Sure you can. That is what I hope ND does. It's just not the Ravens. What can I say?

[irish_bobcat]

That is a great slogan for the shirt next year. Kick ass with class.

[mlcspinner]

Just be thankful

[Fishin'_Irish]

Love life.

[stonebreakerwasgod]

Don't worry, be happy.

[Fishin'_Irish]

Ugh, I just sounded lame.

What's new? :p

[mlcspinner]

What's new? :p


and this is the positive thread :eek:

[daytonirish]

I'm positive ( and no not some disease type positive either.)

[mlcspinner]

I'm positive ( and no not some disease type positive either.)


LMAO :D :p :)

[Fishin'_Irish]

No negative nellies or debbie downers allowed here. Unless it's a double negative nellie.:confused:

[daytonirish]

Spinner is tht how the women ski in Vermont ?

[stonebreakerwasgod]

No, they just ride the Stoney Express. It's built for two, but seats three comfortably.

[NDgrandson]

Well, 10 years ago today I was sound asleep and my wife was up all night, nervous about marrying me the next day. Now she is sound asleep and I am down here on the internet. No, she got some sleep. But I will be spending less time on GH today due to the fact that it is our 10th anniversary today. We're going out all day. We were planning a trip to Atlantis in the Bahamas but my bonus checks have sucked, so that's out.

[KamaraPolice]

You can kick ass, and still have class. My hoops teams did that alot in h.s. Ugh, I just sounded lame.

high school sports stories? Count me in! when does the story telling begin?