Reply from Mr John(Papa), Child's Age xx - 12/31/02 - IP#: 67.28.93.60


Tonya: Could I ask you to give us a little jingle with your question to tell us what might have taken place with your 9yo? When the holiday busyness settles down, of course! Tom is right on of course in what he said, was it yesterday, but writing a reply within the same post is a little like being in the Army. The Army will confront the enemy by sending out flanking forces and attempt to suround and defeat. But the Marines, they go straight at you. Yes, yes...I agree with Tom, but I was hoping with my earlier reply for you to learn what your youngster's thoughts were and to see if there was anything you could do to help him. Such would possibly involve some strategic moves on your part and even mediation. We were hoping to hear from you then. It is possible your 9yo was unsure himself about his role in this, given your description of the situation.