[Nathan Jr.]

Jones said he thinks it is appropriate to give young children a light slap on the hand or the bottom when they are doing something that could harm them, such as playing with outlets or running into the street.

I believe this is the only time when spanking is warrented. In situations like this it is more important to send a strong message, something the child will NEVER forget. I remember very little of my early childhood, but I do remember how I got my butt spanked for pushing my little sister down a flight of stairs. Ain't done it since.

[Hatteras]

"...Ain't done it since."

Yeah, but I'm sure if she's anything like my sisters, you haven't quite gotten over the urge.