One of the most deliciously wretched things you can do to your child is require an early bedtime. Most of the time I put my children to bed at 7:30 during the week, so that they are asleep by 8:00. My oldest complains they miss all the "good shows" and commercials on t.v., none of the other parents make their kids go to bed early on school nights, and all I want to do anyway is have quiet time (say that in a snotty tone to get the real effect) and a date with Dad. Early bedtimes. Just another way to be a mean mommy.
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