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<blockquote data-quote="DazedandConfused" data-source="post: 31835" data-attributes="member: 831"><p>This is a health issue, pure and simple. This is not about you condemning their right to smoke in their home. If my child had lung issues, such as yours, I would probably not allow him to play inside their home, either. Its not about who has rights". Its about your obligation, and responsibility, to your child to look out for his best interests health-wise. Being exposed to second-hand smoke is dangerous for him. Its pretty much cut and dry for me. </p><p></p><p>Okay, having written that, you could just be upfront with the other boys parents. I would probably be very honest about what a health risk it is to my son. That he enjoys playing with their child, and they were so kind to invite him over, but I am very concerned about the second-hand smoke. I would also acknowledge their right to smoke in their own home, but as a Mom your childs health takes precedence. I would be very diplomatic in my demeanor and calm in voice. Then add that their son is welcome to play at your house and that when the weather warms up this will cease to be an issue for a while as they will probably be outside. </p><p></p><p>I was a smoker for 23 years. I quit over 11 years ago and havent had one cigarette since. Yes, I was very young when I started :blush:. I also have allergies and suffered from asthma when I was younger. Both my grandparents died from cigarette related illnesses. Im no anti-smoking nazi but I dont allow it in my home simply because it turns things yellow and smells the place up. I still miss it at times. But, I dont when I have to take a brisk walk in the hilly area I live in. husband is a nonsmoker and is glad I quit. But, it was a very difficult process, and it is, at times, ongoing.</p><p></p><p>I have a dear friend that is a long time smoker. I would never ask her not to smoke in her home. Even, if my kids are visiting her. Though, I have to admit Im about knocked over by the smell when I first enter her house. But, once I acclimate, Im okay. Im always happy to provide an ashtray and chair for her to smoke outside when she visits. Other than that, I really dont know anyone else that smokes so its not something I have to grapple with a lot.</p><p></p><p>Not a moral issue, or a matter of smoking rights. Its you looking out for your child.</p><p> :smile:</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="DazedandConfused, post: 31835, member: 831"] This is a health issue, pure and simple. This is not about you condemning their right to smoke in their home. If my child had lung issues, such as yours, I would probably not allow him to play inside their home, either. Its not about who has rights". Its about your obligation, and responsibility, to your child to look out for his best interests health-wise. Being exposed to second-hand smoke is dangerous for him. Its pretty much cut and dry for me. Okay, having written that, you could just be upfront with the other boys parents. I would probably be very honest about what a health risk it is to my son. That he enjoys playing with their child, and they were so kind to invite him over, but I am very concerned about the second-hand smoke. I would also acknowledge their right to smoke in their own home, but as a Mom your childs health takes precedence. I would be very diplomatic in my demeanor and calm in voice. Then add that their son is welcome to play at your house and that when the weather warms up this will cease to be an issue for a while as they will probably be outside. I was a smoker for 23 years. I quit over 11 years ago and havent had one cigarette since. Yes, I was very young when I started [img]:blush:[/img]. I also have allergies and suffered from asthma when I was younger. Both my grandparents died from cigarette related illnesses. Im no anti-smoking nazi but I dont allow it in my home simply because it turns things yellow and smells the place up. I still miss it at times. But, I dont when I have to take a brisk walk in the hilly area I live in. husband is a nonsmoker and is glad I quit. But, it was a very difficult process, and it is, at times, ongoing. I have a dear friend that is a long time smoker. I would never ask her not to smoke in her home. Even, if my kids are visiting her. Though, I have to admit Im about knocked over by the smell when I first enter her house. But, once I acclimate, Im okay. Im always happy to provide an ashtray and chair for her to smoke outside when she visits. Other than that, I really dont know anyone else that smokes so its not something I have to grapple with a lot. Not a moral issue, or a matter of smoking rights. Its you looking out for your child. [img]:smile:[/img] [/QUOTE]
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