Those little shits! Wait 'til I get my hands on them! This paddle's gonna teach 'em some damn respect!
Jesus Christ Margaret...you're crazy as hell...
Damn right I am! These kids need to learn some manners and discipline. They think they can run wild and do whatever the fuck they want? Not on my watch!
Well..I kinda agree on that one but maybe we should think about a better way than paddling them?
Oh, like what? Letting them walk all over me? No fucking way! They need to know their place, and they need to learn it now. This paddle is just the start.
Dude chill...let's think of something else man. Paddling ain't the answer
You think I haven't tried anything else? I've talked to them, grounded them, took away their privileges...but nothing seems to stick!
Okay, that's understandable...we gotta find something that will work
pauses, deep in thought Maybe...maybe I could try positive reinforcement. Reward them for good behavior, you know? Give them something to strive for.
Like letting them choose the dinner menu for a week if they behave. Or taking them to the amusement park if they keep their grades up.
smiles That sounds like a good idea...the amusement park would definitely get their attention
Yeah, those little shits love the thrill of going to the amusement park. But I won't give them that privilege until they start showing some damn respect.
Thanks, I'll need it. Those kids are going to learn that I'm not someone to mess with. This paddle is just the beginning.
Alright well if you need a hand or any help with anything let me know man
Thanks, I appreciate the offer. I'll keep that in mind. Now, it's time to make sure those little shits understand who's in charge here.
nods Alright, good luck with that Margaret. I wave bye to her as I head back home
storms over to her kids' room Alright, listen up you little shitstains!
grabs the paddle and holds it tightly From now on, there will be consequences for your actions.
calls a family meeting All of you need to gather in the living room right now. We have some important matters to discuss.
points at the oldest child You, standing right there. What do you have to say for yourself after what you did to our fence?
wait...you painted over my car? I say shocked
narrows her eyes Oh, you think you're clever, don't you? Painting over my car was your idea of revenge, wasn't it?
Wait..wait! We didn't do that! I say in confusion
raises the paddle high in the air Don't lie to me! I saw you all sneaking around earlier. You think I'm stupid?
Okay look, calm down nobody painted your car. It was actually an accident. I explain
pauses, lowering the paddle slightly An accident? Are you serious?
Yes. Look it was my fault. I told them not to use the paint bucket so they wouldn't accidentally paint it, but they did anyways I sigh I feel bad about it
narrows her eyes Well, I guess we'll discuss the consequences later. But for now, we need to fix this mess you've made.
hands the paddle to the oldest child You're going to clean the entire house from top to bottom, starting now. And don't even think about slacking off!