[blparent] children and trust

[Jodie and Kahlan]

Hi. I didn't want to send this before because I wasn't sure how I could 
do it respectfully. Honestly, my first thought was to say that I won't 
treat my child like a dog. But I thought about it and now I can see the 
potential use for a leash. As for me, I would only use it as the very 
last resort. This is just my opinion and I'm not trying to criticize 
anyone's parenting style.

I agree with Rebecca that freedom is earned and that Miles made a 
mistake, but it's my opinion that if your child is kept on a leash at 
all times, he or she won't have the chance to earn back your trust or 
his or her freedom. Personally, I would try all the audio tips, and 
teach Kahlan to answer or come when called. if she doesn't respond in 
some way when she's called, then and only then would I use the leash 
because she proves to me then that she can't be trusted yet. Until she 
learns to answer or come, I think the bells and the child locator will 
be our best friends.

-- 
Hugs from Jodie and kahlan

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