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To old for a babysitter

I am 16 years old. My mom thinks I need a babysitter when she and dad over night not at home.

How do I explain to her that I don't need that anymore now that I'm 16? She's very old-fashioned and very strict.

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Vin53 · M

Make them a nice dinner one night, chicken thighs, baked potatoes and green beans and then clean all the dishes while they relax. It’s an easy no fail dinner, nuke the potatoes and steam the veggies and the chicken can be mildly spiced and will be delicious.

chrisCA · M

16 is old to have a sitter. I think your parents just want someone around so you don't burn the place down.

Sidewinder · 36-40, M

@chrisCA I agree.
16 is generally considered too old for a babysitter.

However, it's also worth noting that not everybody's circumstances are the exact same.

chrisCA · M

@Sidewinder There must be a reason why a teenager needs a sitter. I was left on my own at age 12.

Sidewinder · 36-40, M

@chrisCA I could think of plenty of reasons.

Suppose it's a 16 year old with "special needs."

Did you ever think of that?

CaliCanadianAngela · 41-45, F

Geez, I already had a tattoo at 16. No way I would have put up with a sitter

Liketobeaadult · 16-17, MNew

@CaliCanadianAngela I don't think my mom would ever let me get a tattoo.

Strictdad1965 · 56-60, M

You need to show them you are very responsible

UnderLockDown · M

Tell them you need a very expensive sitter and order a call girl!😆

Liketobeaadult · 16-17, MNew

@UnderLockDown My mother certainly doesn't understand this kind of humor.

Vin53 · M

Or convince them to get an 18yr old female sitter and then just enjoy being with her all night.

Hoodski · 36-40, M

Younameit · F

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