[Neckbone]

Obviously you are among those that don't understand the difference between spanking and beating.

You can't even begin to presume to know what I understand, so don't pretend you can...'k? I do not believe in inflicting pain (or shock, or whatever semantic spin you want to employ) on my son to make my point. I have had success without resorting to force. But to follow your logic, I will lack any parenting experience until I have an arbitrary number of children of an arbitrary age. I assure you, my philosophy will not change, and I shall still have a diciplined and polite child.

[MEGoody]

Good luck with your parenting experience. It's great to have a compliant child. Bless you.