I'm so upset

iVillage Member
Registered: 07-19-2003
I'm so upset
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Wed, 01-16-2008 - 7:13pm

My 16 yo dd is in a school musical production.

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Registered: 12-14-2006
Wed, 01-16-2008 - 7:51pm

What a disappointment - your daughter works so hard - and took on these two big things - instead of this working in her favor, she's in a tough spot.

Maybe the dance competition will get re-scheduled (we can always hope!).

(((HUGS))) to your DD

Sue, mom to Leah and Seth


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Registered: 08-26-2007
Wed, 01-16-2008 - 7:57pm

((((((((((((((Hugs))))))))))))))))

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Registered: 10-25-2006
Wed, 01-16-2008 - 8:01pm

If I were you, I'd have her skip the dance competition, as there are plenty of those. How often does she get to be in a school musical? The dance instructor knew of your dd's commitment, and if she chose to schedule a competition that conflicts, she should not expect your dd to be there. What would the dance team do if your dd were injured?

Although your dd won't want to miss either performance, I'd encourage her to stick with the one she first agreed to, and the one that will broaden her experience.

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Registered: 02-14-2007
Wed, 01-16-2008 - 9:39pm

Sorry to hear about your DD's situation. It really stinks when our kids have to choose between two things that they really love to do. My DS had to give up a winter music program this year--one that would have also been very good for him socially--because he got the lead in his school play. Now, that's a very good thing and we're not complaining. It's just hard to have to make those choices, and of course, we feel bad right along with them!


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Registered: 04-30-2000
Wed, 01-16-2008 - 9:53pm

I understand that you pay big money for her to do the dance and competitions.

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Registered: 07-19-2003
Wed, 01-16-2008 - 10:15pm
While I agree its not fair and we did all the right things we are in a tough spot because each number is a group of girls and if my dd isn't there they all have to make up for it. If exceptions are made for each situation it becomes unmanageable. I am being encoiraged by some other moms to see if I can do something schedule-wise so we are going to discuss all options once we have all the facts. Ah well c'est la vie.
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Registered: 09-29-2004
Thu, 01-17-2008 - 6:34am


Actually, I would be seeing RED if I were you.
You pay money for her to dance. Therefore, YOU ARE THE CUSTOMER. The studio owner is a business owner. She is providing a service. Hence, I would give her a piece of my mind.

Remember, you are the customer and you did give ample time for the dates not to be confused

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Registered: 07-19-2003
Thu, 01-17-2008 - 9:26pm
Things may be working out okay after all......found out today that the competition is over a Saturday and Sunday.
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Registered: 12-16-2003
Thu, 01-17-2008 - 11:49pm
I am sorry!

Ramona  Mom to 2 great kids and wife to one wonderful hubby since 1990!