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  • Beat Magnum True Hero 2012/10/17 08:27:28
    If it’s in moderation, yes, why not?
    Beat Magnum True Hero
    +30
    This isn't meant to be bashing, but this is such an American cultural taboo that it isn't even funny. The idea that children will become alcoholics if they so much as see mommy or daddy having a drink is asinine. In European families, alcohol is consumed at every family meal except breakfast. It is done in front of the children and most often in moderation. This creates a much healthier attitude towards drinking than the American idea:

    "It's dirty and naughty, so I have to hide it from my kids and wait until Saturday until I binge!"

    All of the world has alcoholism, but this whole idea of making drinking a "naughty" thing causes more harm than good. I would drink at my Child's birthday, I would drink at dinner in front of my kids, and when they're old enough, it will be me - not their stupid classmates at a house party - who gives them their first drink and teaches them how to be responsible with it.
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  • MsDianna 2012/11/19 22:49:40
    No, not at all. It’s inappropriate.
    MsDianna
    no. need a sober driver and it's teaching children that drinking alcohol is alright and not harmful
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  • Tomboy110 2012/11/13 03:20:29
    No, not at all. It’s inappropriate.
    Tomboy110
    Why not its not hurting anyone. I was at this party once and the adults will drink while the kids would play outside and have their fun with juice boxes and once again no one got hurt. Just limit it. Dont forget that you gotta drive ,YOUR CHILD, back home.
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  • raelene 2012/11/02 03:38:31 (edited)
    I’m not sure.
    raelene
    Maybe if the kid isn't too smart you can say apple juice and you can't get wasted either that's really and :/
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  • nena 2012/10/23 09:04:12
    I’m not sure.
    nena
    nooooooooo
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  • ajracestables1 2012/10/21 21:19:23
    If it’s in moderation, yes, why not?
    ajracestables1
    As long as they don't drive.
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  • anon 2012/10/21 13:13:22
    I’m not sure.
    anon
    +1
    It depends on how much. A glass of wine if you're having lunch, sure. A six pack of beers, no. Go have a girls night out.
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  • Dave 007 2012/10/21 11:49:55
    No, not at all. It’s inappropriate.
    Dave 007
    Bimbo moms. Setting a good example for the kids.
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  • JAKACE 2012/10/21 03:18:47
    If it’s in moderation, yes, why not?
    JAKACE
    wine can actually be good for you. as long as the moms arent taking shots in the kitchen why not
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  • Sunny 2012/10/20 18:10:27
    No, not at all. It’s inappropriate.
    Sunny
    Who is driving the kids home after you have had your wine.
    Unsafe!! Could you live with the consequences.........?
    Drink at home please!
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  • Grant Mad 2012/10/20 03:10:55
    No, not at all. It’s inappropriate.
    Grant Mad
    +1
    it's a mind altering drug
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  • QTKaulitz 2012/10/20 00:55:12
    No, not at all. It’s inappropriate.
    QTKaulitz
    +2
    thank u mommy, for your wonderful example of what I should be doing at 7 yrs old child drinking
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  • Mog of War 2012/10/20 00:07:05
    No, not at all. It’s inappropriate.
    Mog of War
    If it's about the kids, it's about the kids. If the other adults are the guests and the children are there at play, then it's okay for the adults to drink in socially acceptable moderation, but if it is a playdate for the children, then no alcohol ought to be served.
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  • DenaLee 2012/10/19 22:50:31
    No, not at all. It’s inappropriate.
    DenaLee
    Trying not to sound like an old fart here, but think about it..What if something happens to one of the kids and you are all a bit buzzed. This will not go well if the police/ambulance has to be called will it? Unless you are going to have a Designated Mom who is not going to drink and keep their eyes on the kids, or you have to hire someone to do this..it doesn't sound like a good idea on a play date. Safety First! Esp with your children at play!
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  • Ben 2012/10/19 21:28:42
    If it’s in moderation, yes, why not?
    Ben
    Do you realize how annoying kids are to their mothers who deal with them, especially under the age of 5? Let them have a drink. They need it.
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  • WannaHelp Ben 2012/10/31 17:20:11
    WannaHelp
    Excuse me? I love my son and every second I am with him. I don't find him in the least bit annoying. Please don't generalize like that.
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  • Ben WannaHelp 2012/10/31 18:46:47
    Ben
    It is a generalization. I'm not saying you don't love your kid. How do you have it so easy? How old is your child? Are you in school full time while trying to be a mother to a child in their terrible threes? A good stiff drink can go a loooong way.
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  • WannaHelp Ben 2012/11/04 17:33:03
    WannaHelp
    +1
    No, I never said I had it easy. I'm just trying to raise my child safely. If I take a swig of alcohol, who's to say I'm aware enough to make sure he isn't over in some corner trying to put a fork into an outlet. When you drink, your senses get out of wack.
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  • C. C. Rider 2012/10/19 21:27:45
    If it’s in moderation, yes, why not?
    C. C. Rider
    Of course they should drink, what the hell do you think drove them TO drink. kids driving parents crazy
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  • dzzshadz 2012/10/19 18:00:06
    If it’s in moderation, yes, why not?
    dzzshadz
    A glass of wine is fine.
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  • Tracie Richards 2012/10/19 17:23:23
    If it’s in moderation, yes, why not?
    Tracie Richards
    +1
    My girlfriends and I often schedule saturday night play dates for our kids and after five we do indeed have a glass or two of wine.
    We usually have a designated sober husband on hand just to be safe, though.
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  • Dave 007 Tracie ... 2012/10/21 11:54:40
    Dave 007
    This is such a typical example of the 21st century bimbo moms. It not about the kids, but it's all about the moms. And two drinks usually is too much for them. And then these airheads have to find a dad, who didn't drink to drive. No wonder obama may win.
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  • Random Dave 007 2012/10/31 09:59:12
    Random
    +1
    Actually, it's about both. Kids up and playing on a Saturday night is hardly cause for alarm.
    And what's wrong with being responsible and having a sip of wine with your friend? Sounds like they planned ahead and made it possible for all parties to enjoy themselves.

    The child isn't going to go on a bender just because they happen upon an adult drinking one lousy glass of wine. Geez!
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  • jc 2012/10/19 16:30:18
    No, not at all. It’s inappropriate.
    jc
    +3
    Parents should not drink alcohol of any type in the presence of their children, even at home, and those same parents should not take their children to places where others would be drinking alcohol.
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  • WannaHelp jc 2012/10/31 17:18:34
    WannaHelp
    Exactly! Kids are too young to experience that. Let them still be kids, for heaven's sake! Why bring them into the world of adulthood that early?
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  • BoardinOK 2012/10/19 15:53:14
    I’m not sure.
    BoardinOK
    There's a time a place for it, and while I don't have a problem with it...it shouldn't be every single time.
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  • WannaHelp 2012/10/19 15:26:30
    No, not at all. It’s inappropriate.
    WannaHelp
    +2
    The mother should not become in the slightest bit impaired around her child.
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  • TKramar 2012/10/19 15:00:08
    No, not at all. It’s inappropriate.
    TKramar
    Unless, of course, there's a designated driver.

    "Here, Johnny, take my keys, I've had a bit too much, and you're going to have to drive us home."
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  • Dave 007 TKramar 2012/10/21 11:56:03
    Dave 007
    Why does the hubby alway have to stay sober? And the kids are thinking "My mom hit the sauce again".
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  • TKramar Dave 007 2012/10/21 22:57:42
    TKramar
    "Johnny" not "John".

    Her kid, driving her home, because he's the sober one.
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  • stevie.luplow 2012/10/19 14:59:44
    I’m not sure.
    stevie.luplow
    To me, there is a time and place. If it's an evening play date, no problem....whatever. If it's the morning or early afternoon, not really. A dinner date with friends with kids and you have it with dinner or after (or before) dinner as you're conversing and letting the kids play...sure. I don't think the place is really important. It's more the time and how much. You need to be safe for your kids. A drink is different than getting drunk.
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  • Chef Ghostrider Sr 2012/10/19 13:59:23
    No, not at all. It’s inappropriate.
    Chef Ghostrider Sr
    +2
    What is so appropriate with drinking with your kids. Wow that's crazyee hell my father didn't drink with me. Nor will I drink with my kids. Now when they turn 30 then I will drink with them. Once again some parent's don't know how to be just parent's. They want to be the friend plus more. They need to go to a head doctor.
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  • jimrthy... Chef Gh... 2012/10/19 14:33:50
    jimrthy BN-0
    Different approaches work out for different people.

    I have a friend who started showing her daughter how to drink responsibly at a very young age, by being an example. When the kid turned 14, the mom started letting her have a wine cooler on special occasions. The kid's now a very responsible, wise, level-headed adult. AFAIK, she's never had any issues with alcohol.

    I understand that it's very common in some European countries for kids to start drinking at a very young age. They have much fewer problems with alcoholism than America.

    I know a guy who had a single bottle of Scotch that lasted him something like 15 years. He never drank anything else. His kids drink like fish.

    I ran across a story a few years back about this absolutely brilliant girl who was home-schooled by a very strait-laced family. All tee-totalers. She went to college at 16. Her first year there, she wound up having sex with most of the basketball team and then accidentally poisoning herself to death by drinking too much vodka.

    I'm not saying that you should drink in front of your kids, or anything like that. Just that you really shouldn't be so quick to judge others for their choices.
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  • JAKACE jimrthy... 2012/10/21 03:25:10
    JAKACE
    exactly, if you give em a tiny glass of wine every now and then b there is no mystery about it
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  • jimrthy... JAKACE 2012/11/01 18:40:29
    jimrthy BN-0
    I'm not saying that's the way to go either!

    It seems more sensible to me, but what do I know?
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  • xxxheartbreakerxxx 2012/10/19 05:52:40
    If it’s in moderation, yes, why not?
    xxxheartbreakerxxx
    I don't understand why not as long as they're drinking responsibly.
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  • KB 2012/10/19 05:15:09
    No, not at all. It’s inappropriate.
    KB
    +1
    As if drinking is so important to you. Besides, who would drive the kid home if you've been drinking?
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  • DaForestWarrior 2012/10/19 03:56:15
    No, not at all. It’s inappropriate.
    DaForestWarrior
    Why?? Why would you ask such a stupid question??
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  • MissJo 2012/10/19 02:02:20
    If it’s in moderation, yes, why not?
    MissJo
    My parents did, probably did a lot worse too but all the kiddies were okay.
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  • handimom 2012/10/19 01:53:06
    No, not at all. It’s inappropriate.
    handimom
    Drink then drive the kids home?
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  • Dave 007 handimom 2012/10/21 11:57:29
    Dave 007
    Yes, think about it. A couple of drinks usually is too much.
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