Just wondering why it's so hard to say: "Wow - you never scream at your kid, and you never hit them. That's awesome."

Tessa67, I say that to you. I know that you weren't implying that you're perfect. But if you can say that you never did the aforementioned screaming and hitting, you deserve credit, not bashing.

I think Tessa67 thinks Kate sucks as a parent. Who doesn't on our boards...isn't that unanimous? I don't see the need for people to get defensive, or threatened by Tessa67's post. If everyone is doing their own personal best to raise their kids right, then no need to bash/pull the "Oh-so-you-think-you're-perfect Card," etc.

We all agree that Kate, as a mother, seems void of any/all maternal instincts.

Tessa67, good for you. You should be proud. The rest of us? I hope we're all good with where we stand individually. I know that I am. Let's quit with the defensive stuff. No need to bash anyone (besides Kate, IMHO...)

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