I think that a good way for parents to encourage their children not to whine is to tell them that every time they do it, a goldfish dies. Goldfish are cheap so you could get a whole bunch in a tank. Every time your child whines, kill one and let it float there so they can see what happens to their pet fish when they whine.
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I'm a parent of two lovely (most of the time) children. I work full time out of the home and I don't cook well, bake, sew, or do crafty things. I keep my high heels and jewelry at my office because there's no point in having them at home. I love Mondays because I can return to the world of adults, go to the bathroom alone and have nearly uninterrupted conversations with others.
I think that a good way for parents to encourage their children not to whine is to tell them that every time they do it, a goldfish dies. Goldfish are cheap so you could get a whole bunch in a tank. Every time your child whines, kill one and let it float there so they can see what happens to their pet fish when they whine.
I feel guilty laughing at this, but DAMN, it’s a good idea!
My exact reaction!
It is a good idea! I just can’t bring myself to bring goldfish into our home. Did you know that they shit constantly?
And then mistake it for their own food? Yes. Yes I did.
… beginning of new religion…
I can only hope…
Reblogged this on Fish Tank Mom and commented:
This made me laugh out loud today – simply had to reblog. It is true laughing is natures best medicine and we often take parenting too seriously – especially in the beginning. To all of you newbie parents in particular this is the best kind of blog for you.
Love it – shared it/reblogged. Laughing is good!
Thanks! I’m tickled to have been reflagged!
You are too funny!
Love your parenting tips!
This is funny. Seriously funny. And, I am seriously tempted.
This is an awesome tip, but what happens if they all die before the child even whines? It could happen!
What kind of children do you have?! Are you saying they can go the lifespan of a goldfish without ever whining? That’s incredible!
Well, the fish only last for me about a minute apiece. The whining generally starts when the fish dies and then I have nothing to kill in order to end the whining. I guess in that case, I could end the whining by saying that the next person who whines has to sleep with the dead fishes.
I think the threat of sleeping with a dead fish would also be an effective parenting tool!