That’s some of the stupidest **** I’ve heard.I've told more than one parent of teens and preteens that IF they don't respect you and Mom is enabling that disrespect then they need to FEAR you at least until such time that they learn respect. It's kinda like feeding a dog or cat that turns around and bites you. That pisses me off more than most things. I will be Goddamned if I will look out for anything or anyone and their needs /wants that then turns on me. So if fear is what's required in that situation then so be it.
