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teedubya · 06-05-2009, 10:24 AM

So my son's friend, a neighborhood kid were playing catch last night... and his dad asked both of them if they wanted to go to the batting cages last night.

They were excited to go... my son came home and got his batting gloves... They went out to Paradise Park... and only his son got to hit.

I'm thinking this is shitty.

So, I'm wondering if I should invite him along for a trip to Sheridans Ice Cream, but only get my son some Ice Cream.

Isn't that about the same thing?

**BigRedChief** · 06-06-2009, 08:57 AM

Did they go to Paradise Park cages? They are expensive and the Dad may be cheap. But nevertheless, defintely a major breach of etiqutte.

I coached little league baseball for 10 years. More trips to the batting cages than I care to remember, I would never have thought about not letting a kid take a turn in the cage. But, you need to take the high road. Let it go.

KcFanInGA · 06-06-2009, 09:13 AM

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Originally Posted by sedated

That's messed up. Money aside, I can't believe the other father could invite them both and then let one kid stand there like an outcast.

Agreed. Your neighbor sounds like a dousche. He couldn't pony up to pay for your kid to bat? I bought my neighbors kids ice cream from the truck and he came over and thanked me in person. What has happened to manners?

wild1 · 06-06-2009, 09:14 AM

the things people will waste their time bitching about...

**Saul Good** · 06-06-2009, 09:35 AM

What's a round at the batting cages cost? Seems like a trivial amount of money, so the guy's an ass.

Still, you should have given your kid some money. Presuming that the other guy is going to pay for your kid is almost as bad . Even though you have paid for things for his kid before, that doesn't necessarily mean that he "owes" your kid anything in return. If you paid for his kid, you should have done it out of kindness.

If I were that guy, I would have paid, but if I were you, I would have given my kid money just in case.

Hog's Gone Fishin · 06-06-2009, 10:43 AM

You should take them to the strip club but only pay for your sons lap dance!

Hog's Gone Fishin · 06-06-2009, 10:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Chiefnj2

Invite the kid to a Royals game. When he doesn't have money, leave him at the front gate while you and your son enjoy the game. Tell him to make sure he doesn't wander away and tie a red balloon to his wrist so you can find him easily when the game lets out.

You have to be carefull giving Aridouche ideas, he's pretty gullible.

**Bugeater** · 06-06-2009, 10:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Saul Good

What's a round at the batting cages cost? Seems like a trivial amount of money, so the guy's an ass.

This. If he invited your son and had no intent on paying for him, he should have made that clear beforehand.

BigChiefFan · 06-06-2009, 11:39 AM

The other dad, could have sprung for a round of pitches-total of $1.00-yes, he's a sad sack.

Flip side of the coin, always be prepared.

**RNR** · 06-06-2009, 12:00 PM

[QUOTE=Saul Good;5821211]
If I were that guy, I would have paid, but if I were you, I would have given my kid money just in case.[/QUOTE]

Pretty much agree with this

kstater · 06-06-2009, 12:00 PM

Kick his ass and sleep with his wife.

**Bugeater** · 06-06-2009, 12:02 PM

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Originally Posted by BigChiefFan

The other dad, could have sprung for a round of pitches-total of $1.00-yes, he's a sad sack.

Flip side of the coin, always be prepared.

Is that seriously the amount of money we're talking about here? If so, the guy is a Grade A asshole, no ands, ifs or buts about it.

**jAZ** · 06-06-2009, 12:14 PM

I'd wait till I see the guy next time, and the apologize to him.

Say that you are sorry for not sending your son with change to use the batting cage and promise to remember next time. But then politely ask that if in the future, if something like this happens, could he loan your son the money and you will without question repay him for the expense.

That will likely make him feel crappy about stiffing your son, even if it was because you didn't send him with any money.

**RNR** · 06-06-2009, 12:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Bugeater

Is that seriously the amount of money we're talking about here? If so, the guy is a Grade A asshole, no ands, ifs or buts about it.

True, but he should have given his son money also IMO. Also if he has a problem with the guy he should take up with him. To take it out on the other guys kid is pretty chickenshit IMO

ChiefaRoo · 06-06-2009, 12:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Metrolike

Take his kid to the cages and pay for him. He'll tell his daddy how he got to hit with your son. And even if this behavior persists, you still need to be a better man and set a good example for both boys.

This.

wild1 · 06-06-2009, 12:55 PM

I haven't read the thread, but who is the cheapskate here - the one who didn't pay for someone else's kid, or the one who sent his kid expecting the other guy to pay for him...?

06-05-2009, 10:24 AM
teedubya Most Valuable Poster Join Date: Oct 2003 Casino cash: $8993042	So a question about neighborhood kid/son etiquette... So my son's friend, a neighborhood kid were playing catch last night... and his dad asked both of them if they wanted to go to the batting cages last night. They were excited to go... my son came home and got his batting gloves... They went out to Paradise Park... and only his son got to hit. I'm thinking this is shitty. So, I'm wondering if I should invite him along for a trip to Sheridans Ice Cream, but only get my son some Ice Cream. Isn't that about the same thing?
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Saul Good Quit your bullshit Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Bored of winning Casino cash: $10052799	What's a round at the batting cages cost? Seems like a trivial amount of money, so the guy's an ass. Still, you should have given your kid some money. Presuming that the other guy is going to pay for your kid is almost as bad . Even though you have paid for things for his kid before, that doesn't necessarily mean that he "owes" your kid anything in return. If you paid for his kid, you should have done it out of kindness. If I were that guy, I would have paid, but if I were you, I would have given my kid money just in case. __________________ Today is not a good day to be a pussy.
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jAZ Supporter Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Tucson, AZ Casino cash: $9817493	I'd wait till I see the guy next time, and the apologize to him. Say that you are sorry for not sending your son with change to use the batting cage and promise to remember next time. But then politely ask that if in the future, if something like this happens, could he loan your son the money and you will without question repay him for the expense. That will likely make him feel crappy about stiffing your son, even if it was because you didn't send him with any money.
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wild1 MVP Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: 31040 Casino cash: $10004900	I haven't read the thread, but who is the cheapskate here - the one who didn't pay for someone else's kid, or the one who sent his kid expecting the other guy to pay for him...?
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