A random guy
And now after a few days of vacation I have been kind and tried my best to keep her happy, found a cycling club and go to it reguraly but she now suddenly decides to let us game for 4 hours on a day off (until now ive only played a maximum of 3) and we have to go to bed early and stand up early, which means I cant sleep out sometimes as I love to. Why is she doing this? She never thought of this before, im doing good at school, doing sports and she hasnt stopped smoking yet. Is there any good explenation except of the fact that she has a new "friend".
15 Answers
Ducky
Spending countless hours sitting in front of a screen (computer/television) has very few benefits compared to making friends and being active. Why isolate yourself from the real world....get involved and learn to really live life to the fullest! Your mother is wrong....two hours a day is far too much!
| 10 years ago. Rating: 17 | |
Tommyh
Do you really think the "New Freind" has anything to do with it?As you grow up you will learn that there are bigger things in life than games on the computer.
| 10 years ago. Rating: 15 | |
digger
Hire yourself a lawyer. Clearly, your mom will be convicted of child abuse.
| 10 years ago. Rating: 15 | |
MILLIE333
Your Mother has your best interests at heart!..When are you finding time to exercise?..To be outside and actively engaging in the real world..not just the cyber world?...Sitting at a computer all day is so unhealthy..leads to isolation,weight gain,neglecting other duties/interests such as sports..which help with team building skills as well as improved health..and a whole lot more of other potential interests!..Get out and about,with your mum`s permission..I have no idea of your age?...2 hours is longer than I allow my kids to spend on the computer/watching T.V...They interact in person with friends and make new friends..they swim,cycle,play football,rugby,tennis..the list is endless!...And they have far much more to talk about and enjoy at the end of the day!
| 10 years ago. Rating: 15 | |
jhharlan
Bob/PKB
What are you supposed to do with the other 22 hours? If you have done your schoolwork and are getting good reports, have completed all chores REALLY well, and have helped out where you weren't even ASKED (taking initiative), maybe your mom will relent and give you some extra time once in a while. I love spending time here (akaQA), but honestly have been enjoying doing other things with my time more lately, just because I finally got off the couch. Look around for something fun to do that doesn't involve sitting in front of a computer screen. The possibilities are endless.
| 10 years ago. Rating: 12 | |
I play Sudoku and computer Hearts every night after I go to bed. It takes me about 30 minutes to unwind. I don't know what the whole story is for you and your mom, so really can't offer a viable solution. I understand stress for a 16 year old, believe me. One of my sons turned to drugs and screwed up about ten years of his life and has a felony record that will never go away. There are other options for you. Maybe there is an adult you both know who can intercede on your part...and if your mom is an alcoholic, give her the head's up on what she's doing to herself, too.
Try to get out of your house as soon after graduation as you can. I left at 18 ~ the day after graduation. I managed quite a bit of college but was short of a degree. Good luck.
I better go read Clonge. : )
I sincerely wish you good results in all you pursue.
You aren't the only person to lose a loved one. The point of my suggestion is you can MAYBEmake your mom aware that you have free time and choose to spend it with her, your brother, and whomever else you all agree to include in family night, if anyone. Maybe YOU can clue your mom in on the fact the time will be gone before she knows it.
Again, all I know is what you tell me about your situation.
Again, I wish you a happy, successful future.
hector5559
I Did not not get were i am today,by spending 2 hours a day at play,
| 10 years ago. Rating: 12 | |
sunnyB
Mum's are usually right, take notice. She's thinking of what's best for you, you may not realize it yet, but it's true.
| 10 years ago. Rating: 11 | |
itsmee
Two hours on your butt is way too long unless you have to sit for a living or you are REALLY researching for a project or typing a paper.
You need exercise, movement, activities outside the computer ... you'll forget how to socialize. Your mother is soooo right. You don't want to get fat and move like a slug do you?
| 10 years ago. Rating: 11 | |
terryfossil 1
Clonge
You can try to trick her with the time. Let's say it's 11:00 and she says you can play for 2 hours. Be ready for her before that time and turn the clock hands back, telling her you still have time to go. You might have to do this for all of the clocks. If she wears a watch, it can be difficult. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BsKbwR7WXN4
| 10 years ago. Rating: 9 | |
mycatsmom
Two hours a day is still too long to be gaming. You need exercise, or you will get fat. And if you don't get out there and mingle with people you own age, you will not develope the appropriate socials skills. You should spend more time helping your parents and your siblings. You should be studying.Staring at computer games all the time affect your eyes and your brain. You are living in a fantasy world. If you're playing violent games or need for speed type games, they will teach you bad habits. .......especially the games where you are killing people.
And, Random Guy, I am very sorry your dad died.And I'm sorry that your mom is paying attention to her new man friend, instead of you. How long has your dad been gone ?
| 10 years ago. Rating: 8 | |
Give him a break here. Let him have his two hours. I would with my son.
I am sorry about your loss. It hasn't even been a year yet. Stay Well.
tabber
Gaming like anything else can be great with some moderation mixed in . . . maybe. Anything we humans like to do so much, often times indicate we have a talent for it that we may not be conscious about. Since gaming is so fun for you perhaps think up a game yourself that could have a beneficial effect on people, animals or the world and work on trying to get someone to help you develop it. I have 5 brothers. One was a busy body growing up and drove everybody crazy. He took apart radios, television sets, clocks and yes played games, everything with a great passion. I told my mom, let him do, he's studying for something. Since he grew up he's had several great jobs in the tech field. He's a software developer now and makes great money. So things kids do that seem strange to parents is often where the kid's knowledge and passion is brewing for future talents. Good luck. Listen to your parents, and follow your passion.
| 10 years ago. Rating: 7 | |
spitney
tell your man that 3dgaming is good for the evaluetion of ur brain .and if you can play it verry good the gaming industrie spends you a internal education and you can make miljons working there in the gaming industry .
sou can get a 1=education 2=payed by gaming industry 3= evaluate ur brains 4=eurn a job you like and build you a nice future ps sorry for bad english that happens when you game to much and dony pay attenttion in shool
| 10 years ago. Rating: 5 | |
crazygirl131
all you have to do is say if i play outside or read a book or somthing for a hour
i get to go on the computer for a hour
| 10 years ago. Rating: 3 | |
