Do you have any suggestions for handling this sticky situation with my kids, their father, and ********* gifts? (Details inside).

Do you have any suggestions for handling this sticky situation with my kids, their father, and ********* gifts? (Details inside).
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answer:It appears to me that the ipods are ruling the meaning of ********* and not the children and your ex. If the ipods come into your home, your children will be occupied with them and not you or *********. These mind-controlling devices should not ruin your ********* or your children’s. Hold your ground and say “no ipods” at your home. You want their undivided attention for the holidays and not having to compete with a game. Breaking of these devices is second nature, but if this is the only excuse that will have your children focused on you…....then use it!!.
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