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Originally Posted by Licismom
I was taught by a very wise professor years ago that I have the right to swing my fist all I want. However, my right to swing my fist, ended where his nose begins. The same is true for inappropriate behaviour, speech and actions in the presence of others. Something some seem to have forgotten. It's called civility.
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I was taught the same thing.
And others who loved me chimed in. People who swagger and brag they are strong and have all kinds of degrees in martial arts makes everyone wonder why they are saying that. Most smart people don't EVER have to use force in their lives. EVER. They work hard to live where it is safe-er. They don't do
unnecessary confrontations. They sense trouble and avoid it, are diplomatic in their speech and gently back away from folks who look dangerous.
Howsomever, I would and could rip apart anyone who tried to harm my children....but...if their teacher or a neighbor said they had eaten the strawberries or were late for class I would believe the teacher or neighbor and my kids would hear an earful.
As I said before, I would have gotten those kids OUT of the pool. NOW.
But I am NOT a grandfather, I am a grandmother, and men's instincts are different.