Did you have strange rules growing up?

I can sympathise with several of these stories. Getting dressed for breakfast. Strict bedtime. Asking permission to leave the table. No trousers or tights.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-10486677/Parents-share-rules-given-childhood-bizarre.html

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Raffiki · 22-25, F

We always ate at the table. My dad’s favourite line was “You’re either eating or you’re watching TV… you can’t do both at once!”. My mom would usually reply with some remark about men and multitasking. But in reality she didn’t let us eat in front of the TV either.

I like to remind my dad of this now when I see him sat there eating on the couch & watching sports.

MrsRachelEvans · 31-35, F

@Raffiki same rule here. No food in the living room except as a treat we sometimes ate dessert there.

Raffiki · 22-25, F

@MrsRachelEvans I kind of like it as a rule. I’m not super strict about snacks now but with my kiddo we always eat meals at the table and she can’t get down until everyone is done eating. I thought that was normal until I was told I’m strict… I’m really not 😂

MrsRachelEvans · 31-35, F

@Raffiki its a good family rule and helps conversation!

ProfessorPlum77 · 70-79, MVIP

@MrsRachelEvans Absolutely!