I need some advice.
Rylie's friend Cole calls me "Rylie's Mommy" whenever he sees me. That prompted a discussion with his mom about what we should have the kids call us. Neither of us knew the answer and I don't think our discussion really went anywhere.
When I was growing up, we called our parents' friends by their first names. At least that is all I remember doing. We were polite kids for the most part and I don't think there was ever a problem with that. My friends called my parents by their first names too. We weren't brought up in a "yes sir" and "yes ma'am" house, and neither are my kids.
I am totally fine with Rylie and Bryce's friends calling me LeeAnn. But I'm wondering what the "generally accepted" practice is for this. Are first names OK? Or are they supposed to say "Ms/Mr {insert first name here}"? Or are they supposed to say "Ms/Mr {insert last name here}"? What do you have your kids call your friends? I want my kids to be polite and I don't want people thinking they're rude because of something I taught them!
I appreciate all comments. Thanks in advance!
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June 17, 2010
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When I was a kid, we always called the parents by their first names. We weren't a very "formal" family or anything, so it was never Mr. and Mrs. whomever.
I can't imagine having my kids call other adults Mr. & Mrs. either. I guess it depends on the adults. If there is something they prefer to be called, then have them call them that. Otherwise, I would be totally fine with first names. In fact, I might keel over if someone referred to me as Mrs. lol
We aren't a formal family at all. We tend to see a lot of family though, so everyone is Auntie or Uncle. My son barely notices the parents of his friends, but if he needs to call them something I'd go with a first name. I'm completely fine with being called by my first name.
We were always taught Mr and Mrs unless told otherwise. My mom generally asked, and now i know my son is getting to that age and I never know what to do. I try to use a title with their first name if possible. Our pastor's are Pastor Bob etc., and then other adults depends, usually I try to do Miss or Mr. and first name. Just to teach them respect. But some of my friends their kids just call me by my first name so I go with the first name for their parents.
i think first names are okay. when i was younger i used to call my friends moms "mommy (insert name here)"
When I was young, it was always the formal Mr/Ms/Mrs LastName unless they specified otherwise. I'm not sure what I'll do when my daughter gets to that stage. Her preschool is going to be Mrs/Miss/Mr FirstName, which seems to be the more common way to go. For family friends, it'll probably be first names, maybe with an aunt or uncle attached.
Good topic. I guess I never really thought about it before. My kids and my friends kids all call the adults by their first names or "Christoper's mommy." I don't think I ever hear kids use "mr. or mrs."
We weren't a very "formal" family either. We just called our friends parents by their first names. I don't want to be called Miss or Mrs.Tiffany, that makes me sound old... LOL
Just found you through Friendly Fridays! We always called our friends parents by their first names. My sons friends come over and call me Gavyn's mommy though. It really doesn't matter to me. Heck I'm called the neighbor "lady" lately. Nice to meet you:) Have a wonderful weekend.
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We grew up saying Mr. or Mrs. First name. I've been called "there's the Tomato Lady" where I used to live b/c we grew so many tomatoes and handed them out to the neighbors. LOL
When I was young it was always Mr. and Mrs...however we have never followed that with our kids...instead I just outright ask people what they would prefer to be called..most people go with first names... except for a couple of close family friends who have gone with aunty or uncle.. :)
BTW...following now! Have a great weekend...
Hoping not to offend anyone, but I think aunt and uncle should be reserved for the family member that is the aunt or uncle. Otherwise, there is no distinction between family and friends, and family should have that special honor. Also, having been a teacher for 40 yrs., you wouldn't believe the number of times my young students would tell me about mommy sleeping with Uncle (first name) this week! See, children don't know the difference then.
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Oh and also, I would think that for the most part other kids call parents Ms. (Name) or Mr. (Name) But then again I think it would really depend on the age group.
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I am following you now thanks to Friendly Friday!! It would be nice if you would share back the love here! Oh and i think Ms/Mr *first name* should be fine:)
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Hi! Stopping by for New Friend Friday! I used to call my parents' friends by their first names, but I like Mr/Miss - 'first name' a lot better. My friends from college - their kids - all do that to me, and I like that alot! Not too formal, but still has an element of respect!
As they get older...I'm not sure!
Our son calls our friends by their first names, but I have him call my boss Miss _____(first name). We'll probably keep that going.
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