In addition, what are we teaching them about themselves?  To make a statement by dressing sloppily with holes in the knees and butt, midrift showing, and deep cleavage?

What are we teaching them about modesty, professionalism,  and , yes, conforming to the dress code where they work?

It appears to me that women object more than men to having dress codes and complain, “That isn’t me.  They’re squashing my personality.”

I work parttime at a deli.  I must wear a shirt of a color that isn’t my best and has the store insignia.  I also must wear a cap or hair net.  These aren’t something I feel are “me.”  We also cannot wear jeans.  In order to have the job and the income, I “conform” to the store dress code and state health regulations (cap or hair net).

I’m probably not the only one who feels that if a person doesn’t care about their appearance, they, in all likelihood, don’t care enough about their work to do a good job.  This may not be the case, but it is the thought that occurs to many people.

The old adage is true, “You only have a few seconds to make a first impression.”  Let’s teach our daughters, and sons, to make a good first impression…in appearance and actions.

What do you think?

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These days she’s grumpy. Mean. Closed off to everything. Right now we are in the midst of a sleepover with my niece, the lovely Ashlee, and Sarah is pouting in her room.

I’m not sure what the problem is. It’s either…….no, really I have no idea. We went to the creek, we went to the pool, the girls decorated new notebooks, the fun just keeps on coming, but she’s more interested in a good pout.

As soon as I’m done with my work, Ashlee and I are getting out the bubbles. Hopefully that will help her mood. Bubbles are good for curing pretty much anything that ails you.

I would not go through adolescence again for anything. I’m very happy to be in the midst of middle age, believe it or not. I need to remember that my hormonal issues are nothing compared to those that she faces. A changing body. A changing complexion. Mixed up emotions. I need to take a step back and let the kid pout. She’s not hurting anyone and a little alone time will help her to regain control.  She could use some guidance, but I can’t control her emotions. Only s

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Which is harder to raise, boys or girls? If you ask a person who has both, you might get a list of why each sex has its own complications and positive aspects. In my opinion, the boys are harder on my energy level. The girls, however, are more emotional and dramatic, which grates on my nerves more than any boyish habit. Mothers and fathers of teenagers, may offer a completely different viewpoint, since they have to factor in raging hormones and the like. While I’m sure there will never be a definite answer to my question, it would be really interesting to hear the arguments for both sides. So…who’s it gonna be? Sound off in the comments section (and remember to keep things friendly!)

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