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Old 09-21-2003, 01:07 AM   #9
Kimberly Dow Kimberly Dow is offline
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I wanted to disagree with Lisa on this one, but I erased it. I am overprotective as well, but in certain circumstances it could work. It all depends on their body language, how proud they are of their kids & your body language. She is most-likely right to just nix that idea. It could work, but there are so many ways that the parent could be creeped out that it may not be worth trying!

I think if you & your wife have kids & have run into someone who made your protective hairs stand on end, you would know better what not to do. But if you don't - then I agree, do not try this.

If you do chose sometime to do something like this, don't look at the kids too much, don't talk to the kids directly, talk to the parents - and do not use words that you would use on adults; like "gorgeous" or "beautiful". Try words like "cute" or "adorable".

If you want to paint children, try teaching some classes when you are ready. After teaching this summer I have an endless supply & they all trust me. Not to mention the fact that parents who can afford lessons are already more-likely to be in the affluent group. Plus they show an appreciation for art already by encouraging their kids.
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