"Christmas is upon us again and it's the season to say no. Grinch, Scrooge, the mean dad in Elf - I'll take all the insults out there to hold my ground on the issue that unites parents across the land."
"Up against me is my 11-year-old with his PR-savvy Santa list, with "some books, David Walliams is fine" bumped to the top and a filling of sports equipment before getting down to the gadgets and the killer punchline: "Please get me an iPhone even though my mam and dad won't let me. It will help with homework!""
An 11-year-old creates a strategically worded Santa list prioritizing books and sports equipment before requesting an iPhone, arguing it will aid homework. The parent prepares to refuse the gadget, accepting labels like Grinch or Scrooge to maintain boundaries. The parent's stance reflects concern about giving expensive devices to children and a willingness to prioritize other gifts. The situation highlights a recurring parental dilemma about balancing technology access, persuasive child tactics, and setting limits during the holiday season.
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