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Judy Battista, the N.F.L. reporter for The Times, answers questions from readers.
This is an easy question. Who do you pick for the Super Bowl? — Stephen, Windsor, Ontario
Easy? I dodge phone calls from my editors for days before our season preview section runs just so I don't have to make a Super Bowl prediction. It's not that much easier now, but here goes. Out of the A.F.C., either the Patriots or the Broncos; and out of the N.F.C., either the 49ers or the Packers. Take this all with a grain of salt, of course. At this time last year we weren't sure the Giants were even going to be in the playoffs.
Is it possible that Tebow is not going to start at least the next game because the Jets want to protect and possibly increase his trade value? Given the pathetic performance by Sanchez this year, Tebow really couldn't be much worse. Especially with just two games to go, you'd expect that it would make sense to play Tebow given that he led Denver to the playoffs last year. But are the Jets really afraid that if they do play him, and he plays badly, then Tebow's trade value would go down?
If it is trade value that's a concern right now, because Tebow will play somewhere in the N.F.L. next year, then the argument could be made that why not play him and if he plays really well, then his trade value would increase even more? — Matt Ng, New York City
I don't think trade value is what they are thinking about. I think Jets' coaches simply did not think he could play this year; they were clearly afraid to let him throw the ball at all, and they have already made up their minds he won't be on the team next year, so they might as well find out what Greg McElroy can do and whether he is the answer as a backup. I saw this written somewhere and it's an intriguing thought: would the Jets not want to let Tebow play now because if he plays well, or even just decently, there will be a drumbeat to keep him around for next year and they don't want that?
Should the Ravens now trade Joe Flacco? He is good but not very good and by no means great. What would they get in draft choices? With a real offensive line he would be better. He has a great arm but no pocket presence and cannot process the field quickly. — Terrance Thrasher, Baltimore
Wait – what? Trade him for what? Then you don't have a quarterback. On the contrary, they should sign him to a contract now. They've been in the playoffs every year he has been there and were a dropped pass away from the Super Bowl last year. Is he a top-level QB right now? No. But there is plenty of blame to go around for their struggles the last few weeks – I blame play calling largely.
The ongoing starting QB drama throughout the league is getting way out of hand. Conventional wisdom is that if you have a stout defense, good running game and solid special teams play, a "journeyman" quarterback can get you to a Super Bowl. Consider: Trent Dilfer, Jeff Hostetler and Mark Rypien have Super Bowl rings! Other Super Bowl starters — Joe Kapp, David Woodley, Stan Humphries, Neil O'Donnell, Rex Grossman, Rich Gannon, Brad Johnson, Kerry Collins, Chris Chandler, Vince Ferragamo. Your take? — JS, Detroit
With all due respect, I disagree completely. The game has changed dramatically even in 10 years – you cannot win a Super Bowl by playing stout defense, good running game, ball control. You need a top QB who can make plays down the field.
The Texans and the Falcons are tied for the best record in the N.F.L. However, in most power rankings I've seen, both teams are ranked behind San Francisco and Denver, in that order. ESPN's rankings, for example, have the Texans third, followed by the Patriots and then the Falcons, even though Atlanta has two more wins than New England. As the commentators and analysts like to say, "You are what your record says you are," except here, it seems. I understand it is a subjective rubric, and that these rankings are mostly knee-jerk reactions that change week to week, in the same vein as college football polls. So my question is, are the 49ers and Broncos really better than Houston, and are the Patriots really better than the Falcons? Or is it just that Manning is Manning and Brady is Brady and nobody wants to give any credit to these other relatively starless contenders? — ZB, New York City
I think you answered your own question: power rankings are subjective and often done in the heat of the moment – they mean nothing. Polls don't count in the N.F.L.; this is just fodder for talk and entertainment. Most people who do them, though, do them based on that recent trends, recent opponents. So, considering the 49ers' big win at a place where nobody ever wins in December, you're going to give that a lot of weight in a power ranking. Some of this is reputation – who do you trust to win playoff games more, Brady or Matt Ryan? But again, none of this matters. The fact that we've gotten a few sentences of conversation out of it is all it's intended to do.
Enough questions trying to figure out the unknowable riddle that is the Giants. At least they aren't the Jets. (Although I would entirely be in favor of hiring Sean Payton.) I live in Seattle. Last week Fox didn't carry a 10 a.m. P.S.T./1 p.m. EST game so I couldn't watch the Giants, thank God. The Seahawks game was away and on at 1 p.m. P.S.T./4 p.m. EST. My question is, why didn't Fox carry an early game? What are the rules governing which game is on TV? The Giants are becoming the Yankees, an unpleasant viewing experience. — Robert, Seattle
See Mark's answer below:
Either CBS or Fox shows two games each week, and the other network shows one. Last week CBS had the doubleheader, so Fox could show only one game, obviously the late Seattle-Buffalo game in your area. In Week 17, for some reason, both networks can run doubleheaders.
The rules governing what networks can and can't show on TV require a law degree, as somehow the N.F.L. has maintained unreasonable blackout power for 40-plus years. For example, if the local team is playing at home, the opposite network can't show a game — if CBS has a doubleheader and the Seahawks are at home, CBS won't be allowed to broadcast a late game in Seattle. Very annoying here in the Bay Area, where with two local teams the late doubleheader game is very often blacked out.
The Jets exercised deception to an extreme level — telling Sanchez he was the man; then Tebow he could be the man….telling the fans this was the most talented group of players and then the whole Tebow rib issue. Teams have always dabbled in gamesmanship but this seems brazen. Three questions: 1. Where does it rank in your experience? 2. Is it a premeditated strategy, confusion or delusion? 3. Does it go all the way to Woody or is he a victim of his "football people"? — Bankerboy, New York City
This is nothing unusual at all, and not brazen at all. They thought Sanchez was the man – they WANTED Sanchez to be the man, but his performance fell short. They never told Tebow he was the man, they have always said he was the backup, and that he would run the Wildcat. Obviously at some point the coaches became convinced they couldn't put him on the field. I hope we'll eventually find out why, but that's not unusual at all. That they never said that publicly is no surprise – why would you remove any doubt from an opponent who had to prepare for the Wildcat?
I have a question of a philosophical-historical nature about my beloved Minnesota Vikings, who it seems get ready every year about this time to tread fans' hearts under their cleats by missing the playoffs with a .500 record, or, worse, winning the division and finding a way to lose in the first or second round. My question is this: what do the Vikings need — as both a team and an organization — to overcome this tendency to fall short of their potential; and why, in your professional opinion, are they so likely, every season, to disappoint, even (or because?) they frequently have among the most impressive individual performers in the league?
And if you don't want to take on such a Hegelian question, maybe you could just tell us whether you think Chris Kluwe might have a future writing for The Times. — Robert, New York City
Chris Kluwe has a future writing anywhere he wants – we might have to do some "expletive deleted" stuff, but whatever. On the other hand, he'd have to take a significant pay cut to do this, so don't bet on it. As for the Vikings – listen, I understand your disappointment, but have you talked to a Browns fan lately? I don't think it's in the Eden Prairie water or anything, I think this is just how it goes. Why does Peyton Manning have just one ring when he is probably the greatest regular-season QB we've ever seen? I don't know if the Vikings can make the playoffs this year – tough closing schedule – BUT that they got this close is an incredible surprise and is very promising. Adrian Peterson is healthy – beyond healthy, he's ridiculous – again and if Christian Ponder can just steady himself, they could have the makings of a contender. Do not despair just yet.
A two-part question. First, if Jon Gruden decides to leave the broadcast booth and return to being an N.F.L. head coach next season, which team do you think would be his likeliest destination? Second, if the Cowboys miss the playoffs this season, do you think that Jason Garrett will be fired, and if so, who do you think the Cowboys will pursue? — Rick, New York City
Second answer first: I don't think Jason Garrett will be fired this year. I could be wrong, especially if the Cowboys go down in flames these last few weeks, but the team seems to have stabilized and clawing its way into the playoff mix has to be a good thing. Certainly if they do fire him, you have to think Sean Payton would be at the top of the list – he'd be at the top of everybody's list – if the Saints do not get him signed to a contract. I still think Payton stays in New Orleans, but you could expect an auction of the most fascinating kind if he hits the open market. As for Gruden, I don't think he leaves the broadcast booth this year. If he does, he would have his pick of teams, too: San Diego, maybe; Dallas if Garrett is fired.
Why are Coughlin's Giants consistently strong in the first half of seasons and weak in Weeks 9-15? And how can they look like world beaters in trouncing strong teams like SF & GB, but look like the worst team in the league against Cincy and Atlanta? I know all teams have bad weeks, but the Giants seem to be the most extreme. With two Super Bowl wins, Coughlin has enough good will to overcome these things which drive us nuts, but if you have any kind of explanation, I would love to hear it. — Steve R, New York City
If I had an explanation, I would be a coach, right? Or maybe a sports psychologist. Anyway, this is an eternal question with the Giants. Some used to speculate that he ran hard camps, so teams would wear down – but nobody really runs hard camps anymore and during their two Super Bowl runs, the team actually ramped up very late in the season and was playing its best football late in December and through January. The ability to trounce very good teams and then fall flat against not as great teams (Atlanta and Cincy could both be playoff teams, though) would seem to be a matter of really gearing up for the great teams in the league and then letting down. One thing to add: it is hard to return after a Super Bowl victory. It's really, really hard to stay focused when every team is giving you their best shot. I don't know if that's a problem and it certainly doesn't help that they have had some key injuries. That's a long way of saying I don't know why this is happening again and I don't want to hazard a guess considering the Giants could make the playoffs and make this conversation look very foolish in a matter of weeks.
Will Rex Ryan be fired? — Laura, California
I don't think so, but that's only a guess right now, not based on any reporting I've done. Here is why: I think on the whole this has not been a failure of coaching so much as a failure of roster construction. It's very, very thin. They placed a huge amount of faith in Sanchez's development that hasn't panned out. Tebow was a complete failure. We knew going into the season that they had few explosive players and then of the very few top tier players they had, there were injuries. And don't forget this: Rex got them to two A.F.C. championship games. Having said that, assuming he stays, he and whoever is building the roster HAVE to pay more attention to the offense, HAVE to start getting more playmakers there, HAVE to abandon the idea that you can win at the highest level with a ball control game. Everything we have seen from this league is you need a quarterback and playmakers who can get big chunks of yards. You have to be able to score a lot. The Jets need to reform their way of approaching the game and rebuild the roster accordingly.
So, what really happened to Donte Stallworth? When was he injured, while stepping into a limo…? — Wally Dunn, New York City
Ha! I love the conspiracy theory. I don't know what happened.
Is it merely a coincidence that two of the Patriots' division rivals have committed big bucks to two less-than-stellar quarterbacks and otherwise stocked their teams with overpaid, mediocre talent, or is there something about trying to compete with Belichick and Brady that causes general managers to do dumb things? — Uncle Tommy, Massachusetts
Well, I think being in constant pursuit of a team that never seems to get caught can make people do crazy, desperate things. I think the Bills believed Ryan Fitzpatrick, after his hot start last year, was the answer and paid him. I think the Jets thought Sanchez would develop and he hasn't. There is no question that the fact that they are chasing Brady and Belichick and the Patriots in general breeds a level of frustration and probably a "We have to try SOMETHING" mind-set that could lead to decisions that are made too hastily.
Where are you going to be on the 30th? I respect your take on issues that intrigue. There is going to be a lot of that in Indy plus the human interests' stories including where the Colts are now compared to one year ago; there will be a gold mine of story lines. I hope you plan to see the Colts put it on the Texans. — Lee, Elgin, S.C.
Thanks, but on the final day of the season, I usually stay in New York to write a big playoff matchup graphic, for the first round after the seedings are set that day. I love the Colts' stories, though, and that Chuck Pagano might return before the end of the season just adds to it. They are the biggest surprise of the year – they won't be a surprise after this, though.
How is it that actual measurements for first downs can be accurate? When the head linesman moves the chains, he is on the sidelines. I've seen that he has a clip that he attaches to the chain at a yard marker, but how accurate can that be if he is all the way on the side and the ball is in the middle of the field? Is this just one big gaffe and the chains just lend the illusion of an accurate measurement? — Francisp, Morristown, N.J.
It's done by humans, so of course there is some error. My question has always been about how inexact spotting the ball is – that is totally and completely how the officials see it. You have to wonder how much longer it will be until the N.F.L. uses technology to better spot and measure. There has already been talk about sensors in the ball, and lasers across the goal line to determine if the plane is broken.
What odds do you give Adrian Peterson breaking Eric Dickerson's rushing record at this point? — AC, Fox Point, Wis.
The record is 2,105. Peterson is at 1,812 – that's an average of 129.4 yards per game. He needs 294 to break the record – an average of 147 yards per game. Certainly not out of the realm of possibility, although he is facing two good teams – Houston (which is fifth in run defense in the league) and Green Bay (14th). I think he has a pretty good chance to do it, although Houston and GB can put up a lot of points and the Vikings might be forced to throw more if they have to catch up from a huge deficit. It would be an amazing story for him to break it a year after blowing out his knee – just a remarkable comeback. And if they make the playoffs, he should be the league M.V.P.
Is there any possibility that the Jets would trade Tebow to Jacksonville in exchange for their inevitable 2013 high draft pick? The new owner of the Jags has said he would have picked Tebow had he owned the team at the time and this may be the only way to unload a player the Jets don't want to play and that other teams don't want either. Net, it could be a win/win —adored icon in Jacksonville, high pick for the Jets.
While there are no obvious franchise quarterbacks in the draft (maybe Barkley?) there seem to be some solid defensive players (Teo of Notre Dame, for example) who could improve a team that seems to need help at almost every position. — David, Allentown, Pa.
A G.M. who would give up a high pick for Tebow right now should be fired. Everybody knows there is going to be a very limited market for him, as there was last time. The Jets will be lucky to get back anything close to what they gave for him. The new owner in Jacksonville, Shahid Khan, may have said he would have drafted him, but he is also a smart enough owner to defer to the wishes of his football people. And there is no football person who would give up a valuable draft pick for Tebow.
Years ago, in the event of a three-way tie for first place in a division, the deciding factor was wins in the conference, not the division. If that is still the case, the Giants are in first place. Verdict? — gsquare, Phoenix
Mark has the right answer (see below)…Division has always been the first tiebreakers. Right now the Redskins hold the tiebreakers, which is why – while their records are equal – the Redskins are ahead of the Giants in the division:
From Mark: As long as I've been following football (since the mid-70s), in-division tiebreakers have always been 1) head-to-head and 2) record in division. Conference record used to be third, but since 2002 record in common games is third, conference record fourth. Giants certain to have worse division record than week 17 Washington-Dallas winner (who will be 4-2 or better, while Giants will be 3-3 at best). Giants also certain to lose tiebreaker to the loser of that game — at best they could be tied in division record, but Giants will have worse common games record. Verdict: Giants lose the tiebreaker to both Washington and Dallas. However, they are certain to win the tiebreakers over Chicago, Minnesota, and Seattle because of either conference record or common-games record.
As a Saints fan I'm looking toward this off-season's negotiations with Sean Payton. Do you see him returning to New Orleans next year or can we expect him to go elsewhere (such as Dallas since he seems to have had his eye on that team for a while)? If Sean Payton doesn't come back, do you see Vitt getting the nod as head coach or is there someone else you think that the Saints will pursue for the job? — Andrew S., Northwest Florida
It's hard for me to imagine Tom Benson letting Payton go – almost impossible to imagine. Payton is in a fabulous bargaining position – this season has shown just how valuable he is. I haven't even thought about what happens if he lands elsewhere, but I have to think Vitt would be considered if Payton leaves. He did a good job stabilizing and rallying a team under extremely difficult and unusual conditions and distractions.
How could Roger Goodell make what appears to be a rash judgment by suspending players in Bountygate without doing extensive due diligence? It appears, with Paul Tagliabue's decision, that Goodell acted summarily and precipitously in suspending the players. — Al W., New Jersey
I don't think he didn't do due diligence – the investigation took a while and there are pages and pages of evidence, some of which was disputed and ultimately disregarded (Scott Fujita's case, in particular, shifted from the beginning and he ultimately was entirely exonerated by Tagliabue). Tagliabue's report says he believes there is more than enough evidence to conclude there were bounties in place – that affirms the league's findings. Where they differed was on whom they blamed and how much blame they assigned to each party. Goodell thought players and the team's management were equally responsible, so he lowered the boom on players. Tagliabue shifted the blame almost entirely to management, essentially saying the players were following orders.
We've now seen the Texans lose to two playoff teams in the regular season, both on national television. Were these just off days, or do they have serious weaknesses that will limit their playoff run? Can they get over their prime-time jitters? — bearTrapster, Chicago
I don't think it's prime-time jitters. The two teams they lost to – Green Bay and New England – could be the best teams in their respective conferences. You wouldn't be surprised to see either of them in the Super Bowl. They are also both teams with extremely effective quarterbacks, and the Texans' secondary was exposed. That is a problem, obviously, to be watched in the playoffs. But regular-season games often don't go the same way in the postseason rematch, so if the Texans see the Patriots in the playoffs, and Green Bay if they were to both make it to the Super Bowl, you can't count on the Texans being picked apart again.
Best/worst playoff bound teams for the A.F.C./N.F.C.? — Justin, Quad Cities
The fields aren't even set yet, so I can't give a complete answer! Of those that are already in or almost assured of being in, I think in the A.F.C., you'd have to say that the Colts would be the weakest team only because they have so many young players with no playoff experience and they tend to fall behind – which is not a good position to be in the playoffs. You can do that against substandard opponents – you can't do that if your opponent is Tom Brady or Peyton Manning. In the N.F.C., it's hard to say…. Atlanta has a record of falling flat in the playoffs, but they are a clearly improved team. The Bears, if they even make it, are reeling. The Vikings, if they even make it, don't have a powerhouse quarterback. The Giants and Cowboys, if they make it, have been wildly inconsistent. The Redskins' pass defense is not good and they are one bad hit on RGIII away from complete disaster. Take your pick.
After the San Francisco/New England game, Deion Sanders claimed the loss will help New England more than the win will help San Francisco, because now New England can game plan around a great defense. However, there are clear physical mismatches between the teams, specifically between San Francisco's D line and New England's O line —similar to the way the New York Giants have matched up against New England recently. How exactly can a spread offense like New England's alter their tactics to protect Brady while also leaving him the options he needs in the passing game? Aren't certain mismatches just too much to overcome? — Ryan, Indianapolis
Well, they could call for quicker passes, maybe not spread out so much, the usual things you do to counteract a pass rush. One thing to remember – the Patriots came all the way back against a great defense, which shows they can score quickly even against them. And they did that without their second-best (behind Brady) offensive weapon: Gronkowski.


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Wednesday, 03/25/1992
Trax, Charlottesville, VA
Set 1: Wilson > Sparkle, SOAMeltSplit Open and Melt, Rift, Fee -> Maze, Glide > Runaway Jim, It's Ice[1] > AntelopeRun Like an Antelope
Set 2: Tweezer > Mound > Reba, ATRAll Things Reconsidered, CoilThe Squirming Coil > YEMYou Enjoy Myself[2] -> Setting Sail > Horn, MSOMy Sweet One > CDTChalk Dust Torture, Cold as Ice > Cracklin' Rosie > Cold as Ice, GolgiGolgi Apparatus
Encore: Sleeping Monkey > TweepriseTweezer Reprise
[1] Call to the Post teases from Page.
[2] Follow the Yellow Brick Road tease and several For the Love of Money teases from Mike. "White boys attack" theme in vocal jam.
Performers: Trey Anastasio, Page McConnell, Jon Fishman, Mike Gordon
Notes: It's Ice contained Call to the Post teases from Page. Chalk Dust Torture Reprise was teased prior to Tweezer. YEM included a tease of Follow the Yellow Brick Road and several For the Love of Money teases from Mike. The YEM vocal jam was briefly based on a "white boys attack" theme. Setting Sail subsequently arose from the vocal jam.
This show was part of the "1992 Spring Tour."


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I have nightmares almost every time I sleep so I resist it even though I have meds.
I think it's time to give in for a bit.
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Posted 08 August 2009 - 12:50 AM
I don't function well without structure. I don't think I have been sleeping normal since highschool and that was 18 yrs ago. A set schedule would be heaven..nice banking hours or something. My schedule now could be defined as chaos, but I have to work and that is that.
As far as caffine goes...well, I love coffee!!! I must have 2 cups to start my day and 2 in the afternoon (unless I substitute this with a tall glass of iced tea) or I am hell to live with. I know...I am making excuses.
Plus, my husband would agree that I am addicted to the internet. I admit I do enjoy this, but it has gotten worse since I found Pandys....but I have felt better mentally than I have in such a long time.
Sleep is nice though and I wish I slept at a more normal time and length of time. It doesn't matter if it is cold or hot in my room, I must be wrapped up in a blanket or a sheet like a cacoon in order to be comfortable. It makes me feel safe and secure. Is anyone else like that?
Sweet dreams to you all and don't let the bed bugs bite.
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'As one soccer player to another': Young Sidekicks fan reports on Friday's game
Second-grader Emory Oldham, center, and her dad, left, take in the view from the press box at Friday's Dallas Sidekicks game against the Rio Grande Valley Flash. / Photo by Craig Engle
By Emory Oldham, Special to starlocalnews.com
My name is Emory Oldham. I am a second-grader at Beverly Cheatham Elementary School in Allen, Texas. I have played soccer since I was 3 years old. On Friday, I had the opportunity to go the Dallas Sidekicks professional soccer game at the Allen Event Center with my dad.
My dad has told me stories about going to the Sidekicks games with my Mom Mom and Pop Pop when he was a kid. He gets excited when he talks about Tatu scoring goals and throwing his jersey into the stands for a lucky fan. I was curious to see what all the excitement was about since this was my first Sidekicks game.
We arrived at the game a little early so that we could walk around and see the arena before the game began. The first thing I needed was a Sidekicks shirt and since I accidentally forgot my money my dad said he would buy one for me. I immediately ran to the bathroom and changed into my new shirt.
Now it was time to visit the press box. Dad and I were allowed to take a special elevator to the top of the arena and see where the TV and radio announcers sit when they report the game. I thought it was really cool to meet a radio and TV legend Norm Hitzges. He was really nice to me and we took a picture together. I think maybe my dad was more excited to meet him than I was. While in the press box we found a couple of seats with a great view to watch the game.
We watched as the players began to warm up just like I do before I play my soccer games. Dad and I started laughing when we noticed the two goalies were stretching and running to the beat of the music. It almost looked like they were dancing. Time flew by fast and before we knew it, smoke was coming out of a tunnel in front of the goal and the players were running onto the field. My heart started pounding with excitement and the crowd was on their feet cheering and waving white towels above their heads. I had a hard time sitting still in the press box because the excitement made me want to scream!
The night was filled with more than soccer. We cracked up and covered our eyes as the "kiss cam" was showing on the video board. They would show moms and dads sitting together and they had to kiss if the camera was on them!
Also, between quarters they would play fun games on the field. One game included three fans competing for a prize. They had to spin around in a circle 20 times and then try to dribble the ball and score a goal. My dad was watching with his mouth wide open and smiling because he thought it was so funny. After spinning around and around the fans were so dizzy they could hardly stand up to dribble the ball.
The game was dominated by the Sidekicks. Dad and I discussed how the players passed the ball around and how many moves they knew how to make with the ball. They ran nonstop the entire game and I wanted to know how they got so good. Dad said they probably started playing when they were 3 years old just like me and practiced every day. I decided I would see if I could interview a couple of players after the game to ask them for myself.
The final buzzer sounded and I was able to walk down the field with the other reporters that were at the game. As the players were cooling off I walked over to two of my favorite players from the game to ask them a couple of questions.
First I talked to number 34 Franck Mbemba. I asked him how long he had been playing soccer and he said since he was 3 years old just like me! Mr. Franck said he practices every day and that he eats pasta for energy on game days.
Next, I walked over and asked number 7 Robert Luevano if I could ask him a couple of questions. The first thing I learned is that he goes by "RJ." I think he could tell I was a little nervous and he got down on one knee to talk with me. He said, "We are both soccer players so just talk to me as one soccer player to another."
I told him I really liked how he scored a goal using a "rollover and step over move." My soccer coach, Melissa on the American Eagles, is always trying to get me to be confident and make moves in my games as well. Mr. RJ told me the same things Mr. Franck and my dad said about practicing every day and eating good if I want to continue to improve as a player.
After my interviews were done, my dad and I walked around the field just looking up and seeing how big the arena really is. We took some pictures and I asked several players to autograph my new shirt. I love getting autographs and I found that there were players all around the arena signing autographs for all the fans at the game.
I thought it was really cool that everyone at the game had a chance to meet the players, take pictures with them, and get autographs. I have been to many different sporting events with my dad, but this was the first time the players really wanted to meet all the fans.
The night was now over and dad and I were ready to head home. I had four soccer games myself on Saturday and after talking to Mr. Franck and Mr. RJ I knew I needed to get home and get a good night's sleep to prepare for the next day. It was hard to fall asleep that night because I was still thinking about all the excitement at the game. My dad and I had a wonderful time and I am so thankful for the time we spent together.
Now, I can't wait to take my shirt to school on Monday and show my second-grade teacher, Ms. Smith, my shirt and tell my class all about my Friday night. Looking forward to another Sidekicks game, maybe with my mom and brother next time...
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Honestly, my thoughts on this is there is no need. I worked in daycare for years. I had many kinds of children in my care. I took every single one of them on a walk while holding onto a walking rope. (Think of a rope with little loops they can hold on to). It is like a child holding your hand, but 20 of them. We walked on busy streets and there were no issues. We talked about what was required and if they did not listen they could not go next time and followed through with it.
With my own son I would hold his hand and walk with him. When I was getting things out of the car he had to touch the car with one finger so that he wouldn't get away from the car and get hurt. Literally touches the car with one finger and I know I can trust him not to bolt. He knows that means he goes back into the car and it is over.
I guess I just do not see the need. Someone enlighten me please.
Mr Lundt
9:41 am on Tuesday, February 19, 2013
Child leashes are great.
They let the rest of the world know who the lazy, inept parents are. That way it is easier for us to avoid them.
The kids suffer but for those leash-parents it really was never about the kids.
carrie carter
10:53 am on Wednesday, February 20, 2013
God only gives the lively, hyperactive children to special parents and you are certainly not one of them...
robin white
9:54 am on Tuesday, February 19, 2013
That is ridiculous. How will you ever teach your child responsibility if you put them on a leash? Children need to learn rules, boundaries and consequences. Take your eyes of your i-phone and watch them to keep them from darting away .Problem solved. It amazes me how lazy people can be in regards to their own kids.
3:19 pm on Wednesday, February 20, 2013
Children develop impulse control at different ages, and before they do you can't expect them to understand rules, consequences, or anything else. As I said, it depends on the individual child and their tendencies. It also depends on the circumstances the parents are dealing with. It's one thing to keep a toddler's hand in your own while you're near a street of in a crowded store. It's a little harder to do while pushing a stroller or carrying packages.
I never had to resort to a leash, but if I'd had to, I would have used one.
3:45 pm on Wednesday, February 20, 2013
Randy I agree, but you have to understand...
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5:13 pm on Wednesday, February 20, 2013
Something shiny? Too bad it was an oncoming Peterbilt.
My point is that discipline and rules go only so far with really young children since they simply don't have the impulse control yet.
Lisa Johnson
9:56 am on Tuesday, February 19, 2013
As a grandmother with rheumatiod arthritis of a 2 year old grandaughter who likes to dart off, it's the best way for both her to be safe and me to have peace of mind that my inability to run after her doesn't keep us from enjoyiing a walk together. Would I ever be able to forgive myself if something happened because I felt that people would look at me as lazy?
Mama Bear
7:18 am on Thursday, February 21, 2013
Thank you for explaining it to me in a great way Lisa.
9:57 am on Tuesday, February 19, 2013
How about this, mind your own business. You have no idea why the parent might have decided that using one is best for *their* child. Maybe there are special needs involved, maybe the parent suffers from a condition where they wouldn't be able to chase an unruly toddler. You don't know. From what I can see judging by the kids that my kids come in contact with here in Waukesha, there are few parents who are actually doing their jobs, so perhaps worry about parenting your own kids and not have some self important " concern" for other parents abilities.
10:57 am on Tuesday, February 19, 2013
Agree, people need to stop judging people. My son was a wanderer. However, I never "leashed" him, (not that I have not thought about it)
but if its done for SAFETY reasons only I can understand.
3:59 pm on Tuesday, February 19, 2013
louise--- so you are saying most parents in waukesha are not doing their jobs?!?
so its OK to use a leashe if you dont do your job as a parent?
4:19 pm on Tuesday, February 19, 2013
10:57 am on Tuesday, February 19, 2013
Agree, people need to stop judging people."
There is nothing wrong with judging people. You probably judge people all the time. Actually, it would be really stupid to stop judging people.
Mama Bear
7:20 am on Thursday, February 21, 2013
I simply asked why people do. So...the fact that you are taking such offense to it makes me question you. My kid is fine thank you very much. My child listens to his mom, is happy and respectful. Thanks for being concerned about my child.
Wendy Krummel-Stuff
10:05 am on Tuesday, February 19, 2013
Although I never used a "leash" when my kids were young, I would never consider myself a LAZY parent if I did....Its not about harnessing children because you find it more important to use your iphone, but rather keeping your children close and safe! When my kids were young, keeping 3 children under the age of 6 safe and close when moving through a crowded airport or mall was most challenging. I agreee with the two ladies above. mind your own business, and worry about your own children and parenting methods. Its not like its abusive. I would recommend focusing your attention on those who dont give a crap where their kids are roaming, or worse yet, those who beat and abuse their children.
Rosanna Balistreri
10:14 am on Tuesday, February 19, 2013
I say yay to the parent who knows they cannot have their hand on their child 24/7. In this day and age you can turn your head and your child might stay but someone might snag them up. Also when you have a 1 year old walking around you can't expect him or her to not be distracted by other things. I know some people say kids aren't animals and shouldn't be on a leash but you know what, if it is a difference between my child being abducted or hit by a car in a parking lot, give me the leash!
11:04 am on Tuesday, February 19, 2013
Having raised 4 boys my opinion is this: If your child has that much energy you are a parent are not allowing them to get outside often enough. Talk them on hikes and tire them out. Soon you will see the energy level lessen and the need for a medevil leash not needed.
Richard Head
11:06 am on Tuesday, February 19, 2013
I'd personally be OK with shock collars and electronic invisible fences. Many dogs exhibit better manners and training than some peoples offspring.
Christine McLaughlin
11:10 am on Tuesday, February 19, 2013
They make me cringe but, having had one child who was a "runner" and escape artist, I understand why someone would use one. The other two children I had were easy enough to keep track of and more docile about following the rules the stern folks above refer to. But kids are not all the same, and neither are all parents.
11:15 am on Tuesday, February 19, 2013
I can definitely see how the use of a 'leash' can be helpful for parents, particularly those who are alone, with multiple kids in crowded places with lots of distractions or possible dangers (like traffic). I guess I don't see it as being any different than a 'hands free' version of the 'rope with loops' that the author of the blog mentioned.
NObama 2012
11:20 am on Tuesday, February 19, 2013
While you're at...why not feed them from a bowl on the floor and stick them in a cage at night?
Jay Sykes
12:01 pm on Tuesday, February 19, 2013
I don't know about everyday use, but the 'leash' worked great, years ago, when teaching the kids to ski. Much better than chasing an out of control four year old down the hill! Easier to pick them up from a fall, as it is attached like a paratrooper harness.
12:02 pm on Tuesday, February 19, 2013
I had a little teddy bear back-pack with a leash for my son when he was little. I used it when went some where that had large crowds, places like Summerfest or the French Quarter. I really don't see why people are saying that leashes are a bad thing or that the parents that use them are lazy. So you don't want to use a leash with your child but that doesn't mean it's ok to get down on people who do use them, especially when you're going to start name calling, that comes across as childish and ignorant kind of like you don't have something logical to say about your opinion so all you can do is start name calling. The leash let my son go ahead of me and explore his environment without being stuck at my side while being safe. My Mom used a leash with my younger brother and I and I don't feel demeaned or any thing and I remember her using the leash with us. Now I've witnessed people yanking on their kids leash like they're a dog or something and that's really messed up but if someone is using it as an extra safety measure and they're not treating their child like an animal then I don't see any thing wrong with using a leash.
12:29 pm on Tuesday, February 19, 2013
I never used a leash when we were running errands just in crowded places. When went grocery shopping I'd usually put him in the car right away or have him hold onto the shopping cart or the car. That's my point: there is an appropriate time for a safety harness and bopping around town running errands is not in my opinion.
Tara Lenihan
1:12 pm on Tuesday, February 19, 2013
I have never used one, but if I didn't take a stroller to places like the zoo or a festival; I can see how handy they might be. It only takes a second; I believe most people use them as a safety measure and not so that they don't have to watch their kid. Besides, some children have difficulties that are not a result of lazy parenting. Those children deserve to go places too. When we were kids my parents were big on car-seats and seat belts... they didn't drive like jerks. Laws have since caught up. I understand when people judge the parenting of child who is being allowed to be destructive; but why are parents being judged when they are providing added safety for their children?
10:51 am on Friday, February 22, 2013
I actually know someone who is all sniffy and superior about not using strollers. Her children were carried in baby slings exclusively, which of course is lovely so long as you're a strong enough person and you don't have a child that weighs more than average. There's always something to be judgmental about in the Wonderful World of Modern Parenting.
11:18 am on Friday, February 22, 2013
My wife and I gave the sling a try--it wasn't uncomfortable to wear at all. I found it much more comfortable than the 'Baby Bjorn' carrier--even with a bigger baby. Our problem was that we couldn't get past the feeling that the kid was going to roll out of it or the ring/loop would come undone and dump the kid onto the ground. Probably unfounded fears, but the stroller seemed to provide more peace of mind for us.
I think that parents need to do whatever seems to work best for them and not worry about what others think.
11:43 am on Friday, February 22, 2013
I had the same experience with the slings -- They're fine if you're upright and walking, but not so good for bending over to pick something up. And it's the same with the back-carriers. There's one other drawback to the body-carriers -- if the parent were to fall, like on an icy sidewalk or a slippery trail, the infant or toddler has no control over the landing. With a stroller, you might be lying on the ground groaning, but the baby will be okay.
"I think that parents need to do whatever seems to work best for them and not worry about what others think."
Boy howdy, this is a lesson we all learn with experience, especially as a grandparent. Children are all different. What works with one won't work with another, and they don't come with instruction manuals. My grandson does things his father never did, and while some of it may be nurture, there's some nature involved.
2:04 pm on Tuesday, February 19, 2013
I am so sick and tired of being judged on how good or bad a job I'm doing as a parent. I am far from lazy, nor do my children need to play outside more to burn off extra energy. If I want to put a safety harness on my child, I will. I don't need a reason, and I don't need anyone's permission or approval. If you don't see the need, then don't use them. But don't climb on your high horse and look down on other people because they might use them.
Mr Lundt
3:34 pm on Tuesday, February 19, 2013
No one is saying that you can't put kids on a leash. You are not being forbidden from doing anything.
The notion that we are forbidden from making judgement based on clear evidence of others actions is absurd.
Steve ®
3:45 pm on Tuesday, February 19, 2013
I was in Hollywood at one of the outdoor malls. Typical California liberal mother had girl child tied up with a panda bear themed leash.
Order as we are getting onto an escalator going down.
California liberal Mother - young girl - Me - My Mother
Mother Gets on escalator. Girl does not. Girl can't figure out how, is scared will not step on, refuses to step on, starts to worry.
Escalator is going down, down, down
Mother is still holding onto the leash as it is tightening up and losing slack.
At the last second before the girl gets face planted on a metal escalator step traveling down I pick her up, carry her to the same step the mother is standing on.
Stupidity is leashing your child then putting them more in risk than what you are preventing.
Christine McLaughlin
3:48 pm on Tuesday, February 19, 2013
And no one is forbidding you from letting your unleashed opinions go roaming, either, Mr. Lundt, though others will remark upon them. Please don't try to make it look like anything but your own preference is involved in your judgment. The only "clear evidence" here is that some people use lines for their kids and some people don't like it.
Mr Lundt
3:55 pm on Tuesday, February 19, 2013
SO we agree Christine.
No one suggested you can't use a leash and the rest of us are free to think what we want about the people that use the leash.
The issue that I brought up was look at all of the people whining about me(and others) making judgements.
You don't need to apologize for your leash anymore than I do for judging your for using it.
2:43 pm on Monday, February 25, 2013
So does this mean it won't bother you in the least when you park in a handicap spot with the necessary sticker and everyone judges you as being lazy because you don't have a wheelchair? I would bet that based on your attitude you have commented on these people several times not knowing that they actually have another medical condition. It's easy to judge people based on only the limited facts you have in front of you.
4:01 pm on Tuesday, February 19, 2013
hey son!!
wheres your ball...wheeeeers you ballll.
go for ride? go for ride?
no..no down boy...
4:19 pm on Tuesday, February 19, 2013
The stuffed animal/backpack leash is great for layovers at the ATL/Hartsfield airport with a toddler. That airport and many others aren't equipped with a playroom that my child can use to burn energy, and pushing him in his stroller doesn't let him move in that huge, crowded airport; if I had to chase my child through any area of it, I might cause an accident. Same thing with Summerfest or any other crowded venue. It allows the child move and use his/her body/have freedom, but guarantees that they don't get lost. I'd say that's worth braving judgement and dodging stink-eye from people who should be minding their own business in the first place.
Mr Lundt
4:19 pm on Tuesday, February 19, 2013
It is funny. The question posed is "What is Your View on Leashes "When we give our view---we are accused of being judgemental.
No pleasing some people.
4:39 pm on Tuesday, February 19, 2013
any parent who needs a harness for a child is doing something wrong. That child isn't getting enough exercise....turn off the Honey Boo Boo ,put away the Mt Dew, and keep that kid outside playing......like we used to do in the 'old days'.
7:50 pm on Tuesday, February 19, 2013
Mr. Lundt, based on your comments, you are obviously an older single man, probably driving a mid-life crisis type sports car, treating women like they are lower class citizens.
Ann, seriously? This has absolutely nothing to do with kids getting enough exercise. My mom used a safety harness back in the "old days", so this is not a new concept. It's a parent trying to keep a child safe.
8:00 pm on Tuesday, February 19, 2013
All I have to say about most of these comments is that they never had to deal with a hyperactive child, much less a hyperactive child with 4 siblings in the same age range, as was the case in my family.
Mr Lundt
8:36 pm on Tuesday, February 19, 2013
I appreciated the laugh at how far you are off on my demographic. Your ignorance is only topped by your desire to try to demonize those that dare have a different opinion.
There was a request for us to share our opinions. As has been more on display, only per approved opinions are appreciated.
10:32 pm on Tuesday, February 19, 2013
I believe it was you, Mr. Lundt, that started this string with ignorance. You labeled any person who used a safety strap as "lazy and inept". Is that not an attempt to demonize a group which has a different opinion than yours?
Your opinion is only appreciated when it does not begin with stereotypes and name calling.
I am aware that not everyone will agree with the choices I make as a parent, but telling me that my children are suffering because of those choices, will get you a heated debate.
9:22 pm on Tuesday, February 19, 2013
It's one thing to share your opinion but people are saying that parents that use a safety harness are lazy or don't let their kids go outside enough, that's not stating an opinion that's being presumptuous and judgemental.
9:30 pm on Tuesday, February 19, 2013
1. a belief or judgment that rests on grounds insufficient to produce complete certainty
12:13 am on Wednesday, February 20, 2013
And by the way, "Mama Bear, how nice for you that you've been so blessed with a son who is able to understand the concept of not running off or bolting in a parking lot or other crowded venue. Some children who have developmental disabilities, ADHD, or different energy levels might not understand that concept--which isn't to say that their parents are any less vigilant or careful than you are. The fact that you took the time to write this blog is kind of judgmental to begin with. I would've hoped that as a fellow mother you would perhaps be able to see past the need to call attention to parents for whom a "leash" is a necessary method for keeping their kids out of danger, and just quietly feel thankful that you don't have to undergo the public scrutiny/shaming that undoubtedly goes along with it. You probably wrote this with an underlying intent but will mask it under the guise of claiming that you "just want to understand" the need for such a method, but it comes off as snarky when you publish it as a blog on a public forum. To each their own, live and let live. Find something more important to get people worked up about.
12:18 am on Wednesday, February 20, 2013
Who needs a leash when you can use an electric collar with a remote?
Mr Lundt
3:07 am on Wednesday, February 20, 2013
Apparently a few people have no idea what an opinion is but still have little tolerance for those that have different ones.
It was even taken to the extreme of being told that merely asking for an opinion was somehow bad.
The perpetually offended ride again.
8:51 am on Wednesday, February 20, 2013
as far as I'm concerned, leashes are for dogs. people these days have so many excuses as to why they need to keep their child on a leash. as parents all we have to do is pay attention
10:19 am on Wednesday, February 20, 2013
Many of you preach too much! Your life has been too easy and too blessed! Until you can take the view of another persons struggles, you might want to keep your lips zipped. Children don't all learn the same way, and a parent using a leash is not a bad parent. This actually might be the BEST parent, the one who has found the best way to keep their child safe. You are snobs, thinking you are superior to other people, and not understanding anything but your own perfect world. When life gives you a bad hand, lets hope understanding comes your way.
Mama Bear
7:35 am on Thursday, February 21, 2013
I asked for someone to explain it to me. You did not explain anything. You called people snobs. That is childish. I have had 20 kids at a time with 20 different personalities walking down a busy street without a leash. So explain why people need them. That is it. Someone explain. You all say not all kids are the same. Yep. Trust me...out of that 20 there were some real hyperactive ones. One who even said he was going to kill me with a knife let alone worrying about walking nicely without running.
10:24 am on Thursday, February 21, 2013
You actually did use a leash, Mama Bear. It's just a leash for 20 kids instead of 1.
"I took every single one of them on a walk while holding onto a walking rope. (Think of a rope with little loops they can hold on to)."
10:34 am on Thursday, February 21, 2013
It wasn't really a leash if the kid could let go and run. It depends on the age of the children as to whether they could be trusted not to let go.
11:18 am on Thursday, February 21, 2013
No different than walking a dog that can slip out of his collar. It's still a bunch of kids being led with a rope.
Mr Lundt
10:34 am on Wednesday, February 20, 2013
We will add you to the list of people that don't understand the definition of opinion.
Mike the Lucky One
10:54 am on Wednesday, February 20, 2013
I know what you mean. One guy on this thread gets uptight and needs to repost every time someone posts an opinion different than his own.
Tara Lenihan
12:54 pm on Wednesday, February 20, 2013
Mr Lundt, the blogger asked to be enlightened as to the need for the use of the child leashes. Differing opinions on a specific subject will always bring context to anything that is debatable. Some posts are opinions about the type of parent a stranger is rather than a opinion of why a safety leash may or may not be a good idea. I'm certain that these posters have completely valid reasons for their secondary opinions; and look forward to reading the posts that relate directly to the use of child leashes, without the added presumptions/opinions/judgements/intuitions/assessments/estimates......
carrie carter
10:45 am on Wednesday, February 20, 2013
dills...finally a sensible response from a great person I would like as a friend...will share a little humor of my experience with a leash. My hyperactive 3 year old was hiding under the cloths racks and running around the store while I was carrying my 1 year old. Saw the leach, bought it, put it on my son..and...he crawled on his knees barking like a dog...I was soooo embarassed..never used it again...never shopped with the boys again...Sears catalog was my life saver until they got older..to those of you who have never had the privilege of raising a child like I had..you have my sympathy..you missed out on a lot of amazing memories. this little man of mine also got away from me in church...sitting in the back pew...he crawled all the way down under the pews to the front and got up to do his little "catch me if you can" dance. He is 50 now, a great father, husband, and great grandfather...the world is much brighter thanks to these little ones...
carrie carter
10:45 am on Wednesday, February 20, 2013
dills...finally a sensible response from a great person I would like as a friend...will share a little humor of my experience with a leash. My hyperactive 3 year old was hiding under the cloths racks and running around the store while I was carrying my 1 year old. Saw the leach, bought it, put it on my son..and...he crawled on his knees barking like a dog...I was soooo embarassed..never used it again...never shopped with the boys again...Sears catalog was my life saver until they got older..to those of you who have never had the privilege of raising a child like I had..you have my sympathy..you missed out on a lot of amazing memories. this little man of mine also got away from me in church...sitting in the back pew...he crawled all the way down under the pews to the front and got up to do his little "catch me if you can" dance. He is 50 now, a great father, husband, and great grandfather...the world is much brighter thanks to these little ones...
1:24 pm on Wednesday, February 20, 2013
Whenever parents go out in public we're judged. No matter what we do someone is going to at some point have a problem with the way we handle things. We use a stroller and we're in the way or our kid is too big for the stroller. We carry the kid and people think the kid is too big to be carried. We put a kid in a time-out and we're being too easy on them but if we give a kid a swat on the butt or their hand and we're beating them. We let our kid have a soda with his meal and we terrible parents that don't feed our child nutritious meals and when don't give the kid a soda we're mean because "come on it's not going to kill him to have one soda." We use a leash and we're lazy but the minute the kid gets away from you for a second and bumps into someone or knocks something over or gets lost or hurt we don't know how to keep track of our kids. I for one am going to continue raising my son the same way I have been for almost 8 years now. He is healthy, safe, loved, respectful, conscientious, smart, funny, creative, and follows the rules and listens even though I used a leash on him for a small amount of time when he was younger. And one more thing; I think that it is despicable to say that people that use a leash might be raising the next Newtown shooter. How can you possibly come to that conclusion????
3:01 pm on Wednesday, February 20, 2013
I'm coming a little bit late to the discussion, but I would have to say that it depends on the child. And the age of the child. There is an age before they possess the ability to control their own impulses, and a parent will have to do it for them somehow.
Years before I became a parent, I read Stephen King's Pet Sematary, in which a very young child darts into the road and is killed. I resolved that such a grief would never come to me, even if i had to look like I was being ridiculously over-protective. Any time we were near traffic, my son's hand was in mine -- until he was 8 years old. I never had to use a leash, but I darn well would have if that was the only way I could assure his safety.
It's better than smacking a very young child for running into the street. If they were old enough to reason with, they wouldn't do it, and fear of punishment isn't always a foolproof means of control.
5:57 pm on Wednesday, February 20, 2013
I would agree with your statements about the child and the parent. My mother wanted me to learn how to drive when I was 8 so I'd be equipped in the event of an emergency, but that wasn't comfortable for me. I much preferred cabs and buses and was independent very early on. Really every child should know their address and how to get a cab or get on a bus if one is separated from a parent. I recall how parents have a way of wandering off when there's someone interesting to talk to... ; )
Born Free
5:25 pm on Wednesday, February 20, 2013
Ah oh, I hear an opportunity for some WI Progressive Democrat legislator to pass a law first funded by a 3 million dollar tax payer paid study.
Mama Bear
7:30 am on Thursday, February 21, 2013
First, I never even used the word lazy in my post. That was another reader. Second, I simply asked for your views and someone to explain the need to me. I have read your answers...some were quite angry for no reason. To that I say there is something underlying there. Hit a nerve. Wonder why?
To those of you that explained it respectfully thank you. I was able to handle 20 different kids with 20 different personalities without a leash so I do not ever need one. I have also had kids that are normally leashed with me when I watch others kids. I get down to their level and say if you run off or touch anything in this store you will sit on time out. Then...I follow through. They will do it. Time out right there in the isle. They get it eventually.
Is using a leash 100% bad? No...does it make me cringe? YES.
Do I think there are other ways...yes? I am always open to hearing things that have worked for others when it comes to parenting. However in this case I am not going to leash up when we have never needed one.
8:26 am on Thursday, February 21, 2013
You wonder why? Because the purpose of the article seems to be to put down parents that aren't as 'good' as you and are challenged to keep their children under control. People don't like to have their parenting choices to be questioned, nor to people like that their parenting choices are so questionable that they need to be explained.
Your piece comes off as rather condescending and judgemental. You present yourself as the 'perfect' parent that doesn't see a need for a 'leash', and can't even comprehend why someone would use one--although it really is very similar to the looped rope thing that you admitted using.
Tara Lenihan
2:00 pm on Thursday, February 21, 2013
One thing that gets me is that some of those opposed to leashed seem to compare them to animal leashes. I don't think that most people know that most of these 'packs' can be removed by the child. A friend of mine used one and her child actually preferred to have it when they were in very crowded places. I'm talking about a toddler, though, not a 6 year old.
11:16 am on Friday, February 22, 2013
@Tara Lenihan -- Interesting comment about the animal leashes. Our law recognizes canine nature to the point that a leash is required on a dog, even though most dogs are capable of being trained to voice command. I say most of them, most of the time. However, not all dogs are perfectly 'trainable' and even the best dog can be distracted by a squirrel or a perceived threat from another dog. This is why we have leashes, and we don't call people lazy owners for using them.
A very young child has not yet developed discretion or self-control no matter how good a parent is. Theoretically, if all children were well-disciplined we would not need safety caps on medicines or child safety locks on other things. A harness with a strap seems extreme, but it might be prudent with some children. Better safe than sorry.
Mama Bear
8:28 am on Thursday, February 21, 2013
No one is perfect. If it comes accross that way I am sorry. I was just giving examples. I did not parent those 20 kids in my classroom I was their teacher. I was hoping this would make people think instead of flip out but people are perfectly happy dealing with kids running all over the place, jumping on tables in restaurants, etc. There is a time and place for that and part of raising a kid to grow up to be a good adult is teaching them that in my opinion. Like all of you, I have a right to my opinion.
8:43 am on Thursday, February 21, 2013
Perhaps you should consider that many parents these days don't actually raise their own children. The kids spend most of their time in daycare centers or in the care of people besides their own parents. It doesn't seem all that out of the ordinary for part time caregivers (like grandparents) to be less skilled at keeping children in perfect control and out of harm's way without the leash.
Even after the grandmother with arthritis explained how the leash gives her a feeling of security when walking with her grandkid, you keep pushing the idea that you don't see a need for the leash. Sounds to me like she has already done some thinking and came to the rightful conclusion that the leash is what is best for them.
8:47 am on Thursday, February 21, 2013
Half of the people in my neck of the woods do not use a leash for their dogs. My lawn knows what that equates to.
Part of parenting is using every opportunity to teach your child right from wrong, slapping a choke collar on them doesn't really help this. Some parents have a whole litter of little ones, but I think tying them up is a problem with CPS.
Most of the time when I see a leash on a child, the parent is escaping from their duties. I have a neighbor who does this with their 2 year old, but lets the kid play outside in the front yard- alone and unsupervised.
If there is a special needs child, then it is a matter of safety, and clearly understandable.
Unfortunately kids do not come with an owners manual, and many parent are ill equipped to deal with the responsibilities of raising a child. These are the same people who never housebreak their pets, shovel their sidewalk, or pick up the trash in the yard.
10:11 am on Thursday, February 21, 2013
@Craig -- Many people will insist that their dogs are voice-command trained and can safely go without a leash. Some of them end up with dog-bite lawsuits or dogs who are hit by cars, because instinct is a very powerful thing. All it takes is one lapse in judgement by dog or toddler and you have a tragedy.
My son was a quiet, biddable child for the most part. But I never tempted fate by letting go of his hand around traffic or letting him play unattended. A good parent knows their own child's level of maturity and acts accordingly. Some toddlers will definitely be safe to walk beside a parent holding onto the stroller. With others, it may take another year before it's safe to do that.
12:42 pm on Thursday, February 21, 2013
I agree Randy. Holding the child's hand is parenting 101.
Where the problem arises is with those too overwhelmed by a litter of unruly kids. They do not, or can not spend the time necessary to make every moment a learning experience. A kid dragging a parent behind by the leash isn't really getting the attention and interaction that is necessary for preparing them for life. Following rules, communication skills, manners- I could go on.
The point is if one child is too much effort and time, why the hell have more?
Kids are not pet rocks. They require time and attention constantly.
Yet there are some people who feel "I can raise them anyway I see fit"...
Until the rest of us have to pay for his incarceration.
Mama Bear
3:03 pm on Thursday, February 21, 2013
Craig I do have to say as a former foster parent I do not think the caseworkers would be ok with the kids on a leash. They are into everything you do and I do not think they would allow it, so your comment made me think about that. Is it abuse? No...but I bet they wouldn't let a foster parent do it.
3:31 pm on Thursday, February 21, 2013
Why wouldn't caseworkers be OK with child leashes? It's not like the kids are tied to their bedposts or are being kept in a cage. Several parents cited that the leashes help keep kids safe--do the caseworkers object to the use of seatbelts as well?
3:33 pm on Thursday, February 21, 2013
Caseworkers apparently have no issue with someone leading 20 kids around on a rope--why is having 1 kid a leash so much different?
Mama Bear
3:45 pm on Thursday, February 21, 2013
The reason is unknown but I am willing to bet they would have an issue with it. They dictate WAY more to foster parents then they ever would any other parent. I mean...they literally measure between beds, tell them what daycare they can and cannot send the kids to (a lot of times), go into your cabinets, check every crevice of your home...every single month so I am just saying I am willing to bet they would not approve of this. It is not a rope. It is well...this...http://www.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http://daycaremall.com/images/er/BNWWR99.JPG&imgrefurl=http://daycaremall.com/walkingrope.html&h=400&w=400&sz=20&tbnid=qiqUOam8fifoiM:&tbnh=90&tbnw=90&zoom=1&usg=__lB7bC4qRIT3L8xylB2ub2lXFgrk=&docid=shQWCiFdLkmqCM&hl=en&sa=X&ei=65QmUcq8LaWl2AXupIHAAg&ved=0CFMQ9QEwBA&dur=333
4:00 pm on Thursday, February 21, 2013
Yes, I am familiar with the 'walking rope' concept. To me, it's the same sort of thing as the leash--the kids are still being led around by the adult on the other end of the leash...
Mama Bear
4:04 pm on Thursday, February 21, 2013
I have to disagree. One, I never held it. The kids only did. and two, they are not tied to it. They can let go and could run off if they wanted. It was just a way to keep them all walking in the same direction.
4:24 pm on Thursday, February 21, 2013
The woman pictured in your link is certainly holding it. Yes, the children are trained to hold the rope and walk behind you. The only thing missing is that you probably don't have to use the "heel" command.
Kids are kept restrained in their strollers--why don't you take issue with that? At least with a leash, the kids are able to walk around and explore. They have some level of freedom. The poor kids in strollers have to just sit there and only see what is presented for them to see.
4:32 pm on Thursday, February 21, 2013
That same company offers the 'Walkodile® Quattro'--complete with harnesses for each child...
4:34 pm on Thursday, February 21, 2013
How old do kids have to be before they are able to consistently hang on to the rope and walk with the rest of the kids?
Mr Lundt
8:53 am on Thursday, February 21, 2013
What I have seen boils down to two main themes
1) people confuse what is right with what is easiest
2) people have an unquenchable desire to validate their behavior based on a manufactured notion that their situation is so unique that:
A) the rest of us can't understand
B) we must suspend our common sense judgements to those that consider themselves unique
Past generations had the technology to create a child leash and chose not to...the notion that danger and hyperactivity is new is without merit.
8:58 am on Thursday, February 21, 2013
In past generations parents actually raised their own children. We have a bunch of part time parents that only spend time with their kids after work and on weekends. Not much time to spend creating the kind of relationship it takes for a well disciplined child.
9:07 am on Thursday, February 21, 2013
CD: I agree but a lot of good kids come from families with two working parents. I think it boils down to how much time a parent will invest in parenting. If there is no investment of time, parents should expect no return on the investment.
Because a child has not yet learned to speak doesn't mean we shouldn't talk to them, but too often this happens (because it is a good excuse to be lazy).
Over half of communication is non verbal, a kid will not learn that from being potted like a plant in front of television while mom and dad chillax on the couch.
Mr Lundt
9:09 am on Thursday, February 21, 2013
I certainly think your point is a very important component that has many impacts.
9:22 am on Thursday, February 21, 2013
Like Craig said, it doesn't mean that those parents can't raise well behaved children, but it can be much more challenging to do so as quality time with their children is so limited.
I guess I'd rather parents err on the side of caution and use a leash to keep their kids from darting into traffic than to be too worried about their public image to take steps to keep their kids safe.
10:02 am on Thursday, February 21, 2013
@Mr. Lundt -- "Past generations had the technology to create a child leash and chose not to...the notion that danger and hyperactivity is new is without merit."
Actually, my own mother had a little harness with reins that my younger sister wore upon occasion. This was back in the early 1950s. This may have been because of an earlier incident where I became separated from her in a department store and had to be taken to the business office to be reunited with her. I recall the incident quite well. She had let go of me while she shopped, and I followed what I took to be my mother -- a woman in an identical coat when seen from the back. I couldn't have been more than two or three at the time, and my point is that very young children just don't have the maturity to not do that yet.
11:50 am on Thursday, February 21, 2013
Mr. Lundt, if we are confused with what is right vs. what is easiest, explain your version of "right" (since you seem to be placing leash parents in the category of what is easiest).
Also, share with me how many children you have. This certainly makes a difference when judging another's parenting choices.
Lastly, past generations were very much different, and cannot be fairly compared to today. Back in the day, unruly children were spanked, sometimes in public, and nobody flinched. Today, it's child abuse.
Believe me, I would love to go back to the ideals of past generations. Unfortunately, society has changed too much. We have become soft and politically correct. We have also become a world riddled with known sexual predators and hundreds of thousands of more cars on the roads we cross. Back in the day (we're talking my childhood in the 70's-80's), we rarely wore seat belts in the back seat. Today, I would be hauled to jail if my child is not in an approved car seat until they're 12.
My point: no parent wants to be judged on their choices, and with all of the "no-no's" put on us by society, it's hard to come up with a completely acceptable way of raising a child.
12:20 pm on Thursday, February 21, 2013
I think not having more children than you are physically or emotionally capable of taking care of is a mitigating factor here.
Many parents are overwhelmed with two kids running in three directions. The leash at least prevents them from running into traffic, but doesn't address the root cause of the problem. How much effort and time you put into rearing a child will make a difference in much more than just keeping them on a short leash.
Tara Lenihan
1:55 pm on Thursday, February 21, 2013
Actually, the 'technology' has been used for several hundred years (at least). In the 1700s leads were sewn directly into toddler's clothing.
Mr Lundt
12:06 pm on Thursday, February 21, 2013
I have two children 18 months apart.
I cannot imagine that anyone suggest that leashing a child is right. What you WILL get are excuses for WHY they do it anyway. No one on this blog suggested it was right---they all told us why they were immune from the judgements.
Finally I think we need MORE judgement of acceptable standards. Judgement is a GREAT trait to have and instill in our children. There is so much good on having clear lines of good and bad. Expressing the judgment is an entirely different matter and is based on when and where and how...
All that said, I hope you have seen even in this blog I have backed off of my initial tone a bit. I should have stated my opinion in a more intelligent way in post #1. I can see where I (helped) unnecessarily rile people up.
2:24 pm on Thursday, February 21, 2013
There is no right and wrong with something like this. It's more what you choose to do with your child versus what someone else would do with their child. Just because you don't like it does not make it wrong.
Mr Lundt
2:59 pm on Thursday, February 21, 2013
I have yet to hear one parent suggest that this is the the leash right method. What they do is explain why they are the exception to sound judgement.
I will tell you that if parents of three year olds are already resorting to leashes---- I am sincerely scared for them when their kids become teens.
Mama Bear
3:12 pm on Thursday, February 21, 2013
I have to agree. I am raising a man...I tell him that all the time. "You have learn from what mistakes you make and have to learn right from wrong, and how to act in public as you need to be a good man someday"
Mama Bear
3:11 pm on Thursday, February 21, 2013
Here is an article on this http://www.helium.com/items/1542896-toddler-leashes
Tara Lenihan
6:59 pm on Thursday, February 21, 2013
I have read comments stating that these things are not necessary; but I have not read a comment that explained WHY they are so bad, other than some people comparing them (directly or indirectly) to animal leashes. Strollers are not necessary, safety gates are not necessary, window locks are not necessary, bed rails are not necessary, toddler training toilets are not necessary; but we accept their uses as 'helpers' in safety as we raise and teach our children.
I also don't understand why this topic is publicly debated as a though it is a controversial new idea on the market when this type of thing has been used for young children for centuries. There are no collars and a child can remove them fairly easily, so it's not the same as being tied up. They are supposed to aid in helping a child learn to walk properly on their own. Did you have a baby walker in your livingroom?
Tom Kamenick
7:02 am on Monday, February 25, 2013
We used one once - when we are on a trip to a very busy and very unfamiliar city with our 23-month old who loved to walk and hated strollers, being carried, etc., and we had multiple children along. We didn't even use it constantly, just when we were going to be in large crowds.
I agree with Tara. They can be a great helper. Using one certainly gives your child more freedom than being in a stroller or carried. There are times when unfettered freedom isn't appropriate for very young children.
Lika Phipps
3:52 pm on Monday, February 25, 2013
Well, as a parent, you know if your child is a minder or a runner, and that you are either the one holding the command or not.
I once lived next door to a single mom of a basketball team, and seriously? She would scream in a whiny way and beg her children to behave. No wonder why they didn't mind her.
Of course there just those kids who cannot be under control. I just think that kids are pretty cool. They sense that. And they also know when I'm serious, and they are good.


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Variable wind, thunderstorms and the loss of 35 helium-filled balloons within a few hours of liftoff put an end to the flight of two lawnchair-seated adventurers who never got out of Oregon.
Kent Couch and Fareed Lafta, who had hoped to reach northwest Montana by Sunday, landed late Saturday afternoon southeast of Prineville, Oregon, team officials said.
The men were disappointed but not injured, flight spokesman Mark Knowles told CNN.
"They're a little rattled," said Knowles. "We are glad that they are safe. Kent is very disappointed they did not get what he set out for."
Couch and Lafta, seated side-by-side in a specially built rig, went aloft at Couch's service station in Bend, Oregon.
But within a few hours, about 35 of the large 350 helium-filled balloons had burst, said Knowles. That compared to the loss of six balloons lost in a previous Couch flight to Idaho.
Couch and Lafta, an Iraqi, released water stored in four containers as ballast so they could adjust their altitude, said Lance Schliep, a member of the chase crew.
At about 11,000 feet, the craft struggled to reach higher elevations, where it could catch air currents that would push it toward its destination, said Schliep.
That never happened.
The pair circled for three hours near Prineville, about 35 miles northeast of Bend.