"Kathleen" > wrote in message
>
> And I spun around and snapped "Kayla!" She looked up, recognized me,
> turned to her mother and produced the ritual apology, "I'm sorry for being
> rude and disrespectful. It was uncalled for. There are better ways to
> express my feelings."
>
> "Mom, this is Missus H. She teaches Spectra sometimes."
>
> I could see Mom trying to decide if she should be outraged or grateful.
> And to be honest, I wasn't sure if i'd overstepped the boundaries or not.
> People give lip service to the idea that it takes a village to raise a
> child but...
>

You probably taught both parent and child a lesson on behavior. Ever watch
Jo, the Supernanny? Some parents have no clue and let the children control
them, but are easily fixed after some consistent attention and fortitude.
Spend an hour now for a lifetime of good behavior.