Cussin!

[ladysycamore]

Originally posted by case
Then, I think that is the answer. If we resolve to teach Jamey that it is hurtful to take his anger out on someone else, or that he should never call someone a derogatory name, it will be okay. Who cares if he says "Mommy had to clean up cat shit." Really, why is that a big deal?

Well, I wouldn't say it's a "big deal", but the problem (that I see) is that they may slip and say something in school, etc., and get into trouble. Also, I guess I'm "old fashioned", but I wouldn't want my child to cuss/swear at all in my presence (I guess because that's how I grew up) and I would find that a bit disrespectful. My family rarely (and I mean rarely!!) swears, not even a little bit, so I have no choice but to tone it down in front of them (and I tell Syc to do the same) just out of sheer respect. But hey, that's just me.

Good luck in whatever you do.