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Nope, say nothing. It's not for you to teach him or his mom.

mrsconn23mrsconn23 member
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Dear Prudence,

My son (age 13) has a best friend who seldom, if ever, says, “Thank you.” It bothers me because I have tried to stress the importance of showing gratitude to my own son. His other friends are very good at saying thanks. He is not perfect, of course, but is learning this important manner. We don’t know the friend’s parents really well, but I was thinking I might mention it to Mom. My wife says we absolutely should not. What should I do?

—Sleeping Dog

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Re: Nope, say nothing. It's not for you to teach him or his mom.

  • downtondivadowntondiva member
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    I agree with your wife. It's fine to privately disapprove of this kid's manners, but it's not like they are being destructive or dangerous. Leave it alone.
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  • levioosalevioosa member
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    Yes agreed with you all. Additionally pay attention to your son. You become the company you keep, especially at such a young age where being like your peers is cool. If you notice you son is starting to take on some of those personality traits, then it’s time to do less hang outs with the other kid. 


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  • charlotte989875charlotte989875 member
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    Model the behavior for the kid when he’s at your house but no do not say anything to him or his mom. Maybe this kids mom is annoyed as you are about it. Maybe she doesn’t care. Either way it’s not going to change his behavior at all. 
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