We all know how kids can be sometimes, right? One minute they’re excited about a family camping trip, and the next, they’re throwing a tantrum and refusing to go. Well, one dad decided to teach his 10-year-old son a lesson when he refused to join the family on their weekend getaway. Instead of letting him stay home and play video games, Dad came up with a different plan.
Family Camping Trip Gone Wrong ️
Dad’s First Solution: Fishing
Son’s Stubborn Stance
Dad Lays Down the Law
Babysitter and Chores: The Initial Plan
Son Feels Grounded
One Last Chance
The Farm Idea
Grandpa’s Swift Arrival
Son’s Displeasure
Grandpa’s Farm Duties
The Real Plan
The Ultimate Goal
Dad’s Farm Punishment: A Lesson Learned?
So, this dad decided to teach his son a lesson about the importance of family time and enjoying the great outdoors. Instead of letting him stay home and sulk, he sent him to work on his grandpa’s farm. While it may not be hard labor, the boy will have to feed the lambs and swim in the pool. It’s clear that Dad’s goal is to get his son outside and away from screens. What do you think about this father’s approach? Let’s see what the internet has to say about this situation…
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Feeding lambs and spending time with grandpa? Sounds like a win!
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Parental punishment or hobby forcing? YTA gets backlash.
Commenter calls out dad’s punishment, sparks no replies. YTA.
Grandpa as punishment? YTA, but gently.
A silver lining to the punishment?
NTA comment receives approval for parenting approach.
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Curious Redditor asks for context in farm punishment debate
Commenter thinks dad is the a**hole for farm punishment.
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Forcing kids to do things they hate breeds resentment
Commenter deems dad the a**hole for farm punishment
Commenter deems dad the a**hole for farm punishment.
Commenter unequivocally declares YTA, sparking no replies.
Commenter finds humor in dad’s punishment, offers to feed lambs.
Parenting should involve validating children’s feelings, not just punishment.
YTA for punishing your kid for expressing emotions
Ignoring his son’s feelings and blackmailing him? YTA, OP.
Setting boundaries early on is key to avoiding future tantrums
Memories with grandpa are priceless. NTA, parenting is tough
From lazy to loving it: farm punishment turned life lesson
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Quality family time on the farm!
Parenting win! Stand your ground and teach responsibility. NTA
Parenting win: teaching consequences without being an a**hole
Son had a choice and a chance to change his mind. NTA
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Sitcom-worthy punishment? NTA comment sparks laughter
Farm punishment gets NTA approval from fellow parents
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Positive feedback for good parenting skills
Relatable! Parents unite in farm punishment solidarity.
Farming punishment not cruel, teaches son valuable lesson.
Growing up on a farm builds character
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Leaving a 10-year-old alone: NTA, but possibly illegal
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Not the a**hole, but what was the punishment?
Parenting win! Commenter praises dad’s farm punishment.
Fond memories of farm work, not punishment. NTA wins.
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Creative farm punishment teaches lesson. NTA parenting win
Dad’s farm punishment praised by commenter as good parenting.
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