Help getting family to do more

[courton]

Removing the mobile phone is another idea.

[faffa_70]

Removing the mobile phone is another idea.

Unless they are working and have purchased it themselves ... it gets a bit harder then. Mine have all purchased computers too as they started working when they were 14 but I still pay for the internet and power bills *insert wicked laugh here* 

my younger ones get punished with technology free - that is if it requires a power source of some sort including batteries you are not allowed to use it - worked for their brothers too. That one packs a punch as it is very restrictive (includes things that are rechargeable too like iPods etc)

[dede]

I love the wicked laugh Faffa.

[CreamPuff63]

Strike action is always an option  (even if its just for one chore ie. like either cooking, cleaning, washing, ironing)

[dede]

You went on strike last year didn't you CP?  How long did you last and did it really help?

[gertbysea]

Removing the mobile phone is another idea.

Unless they are working and have purchased it themselves ... it gets a bit harder then. Mine have all purchased computers too as they started working when they were 14 but I still pay for the internet and power bills *insert wicked laugh here* 

my younger ones get punished with technology free - that is if it requires a power source of some sort including batteries you are not allowed to use it - worked for their brothers too. That one packs a punch as it is very restrictive (includes things that are rechargeable too like iPods etc)

Oh you  are both good.  Very good.  My kids are both per mobile  and computers. I just said no to a lot  of stuff which  worked for some reason. Always surprised  me because in " my day" that was a challenge. I never did as I was told. Still don't.

[Frozzie]

I think I'm the only one that has a mobile phone that only makes calls.

Mine only makes calls as well,so you are not alone

😄😄😄 my parents are the same.. Think they are scared of smart phones!! Especially dad..

[Frozzie]

I love the wicked laugh Faffa.

Me too .. Love the power ( note to self.. Remember this for later !!) 😄

[Frozzie]

Removing the mobile phone is another idea.

Unless they are working and have purchased it themselves ... it gets a bit harder then. Mine have all purchased computers too as they started working when they were 14 but I still pay for the internet and power bills *insert wicked laugh here* 

my younger ones get punished with technology free - that is if it requires a power source of some sort including batteries you are not allowed to use it - worked for their brothers too. That one packs a punch as it is very restrictive (includes things that are rechargeable too like iPods etc)

Oh you  are both good.  Very good.  My kids are both per mobile  and computers. I just said no to a lot  of stuff which  worked for some reason. Always surprised  me because in " my day" that was a challenge. I never did as I was told. Still don't.

Love it gert...having spunk and doing your own thing your own way is heaps better than doing as your told lol.. Only way to be 😃😃😃

[dede]

Well an update on what's happening in my house hold.
Everyone has pulled their socks up and are helping. Between my wobbly chucking and a chores list things are getting done. Over the weekend I have had lawns mowed, beds made, rooms cleaned, baking done, animals feed, rubbish taken out, clothed taken off line and folded and put away, floors swept etc etc. everyone is trying and helping out. (although DD 16 hasn't been here to help out)
Things are looking up.

[Cornish Cream]

Well an update on what's happening in my house hold.
Everyone has pulled their socks up and are helping. Between my wobbly chucking and a chores list things are getting done. Over the weekend I have had lawns mowed, beds made, rooms cleaned, baking done, animals feed, rubbish taken out, clothed taken off line and folded and put away, floors swept etc etc. everyone is trying and helping out. (although DD 16 hasn't been here to help out)
Things are looking up.

That's good news Dede

[achookwoman]

Dede, this is good.  Keep it rolling.

[Halex]

Fantastic news Dede 

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[dede]

Just had my BF drop in and she vacuumed and mopped the floors for me, was so nice to have someone do that for me. Would of took me twice as long.
I could of got the kids to do it for me but it's easier to do it when they are not here and it's nice to have it done thoroughly.

[judydawn]

The kids are doing well Mandi but I can imagine how nice it felt to have the floors done by your BF - nothing like a female touch to the housework and then a nice cuppa and a chat afterwards.