[TontoKowalski]

When asked about little Tonto Junior's socialization, I reply with a smartaleck comment I picked up here of FR:

"Oh, socialization is not a problem. I take him into the bathroom once a week, beat him up, and take his lunch money."

After they recover from that smack in the face, I get serious, and explain that, no, I don't want to raise a weird, hermit-like kid. That's why we're involved in Cub Scouts, he's in all sorts of sports, he has many friends (homeschooled, privately educated, and public schools) with whom he plays regularly. The difference is this: In my son's case, we know where he's at, whom he's with, and have a high degree of confidence that when he's not physically with us, he's under the supervision of another adult we respect. 24 hours a day.

[TxBec]

LOL!!! I love it! :: writing that one down ::

"socialization ping"

[OldFriend]

You said a mouthful!!!

[Aquinasfan]

"Oh, socialization is not a problem. I take him into the bathroom once a week, beat him up, and take his lunch money."

P-schoolers need a sharp blow to the head to snap them out of their comas. I'm all in favor of this tactic, and my wife's dying to use this line.

[Nam Vet]

"Oh, socialization is not a problem. I take him into the bathroom once a week, beat him up, and take his lunch money."

I've simply GOT to tell Mrs. Nam Vet that when she gets back. Thanks

Nam Vet

[Osage Orange]

My reply to the socialization question...is this. I look them in the eye..and smile and say..."Yes, we are very concerned about socialization, in fact, that's was one of the very reasons we home school".

That usually scrunches up their faces....:)

Best FRegards,