I think its well intentioned but not thinking of the consequences to his sons social situation. Especially the way it was worded and well, in public. Like we could've had DMs or even left out some detail about his friends right? I mean we are looking at this with a microscope obviously so its just maybe an overly critical look at what he did on whim possibly.
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I think its well intentioned but not thinking of the consequences to his sons social situation. Especially the way it was worded and well, in public. Like we could've had DMs or even left out some detail about his friends right? I mean we are looking at this with a microscope obviously so its just maybe an overly critical look at what he did on whim possibly.
Rob Brown
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I can agree with this perspective. Some people just aren't as savvy and aware, and that's fine. He still could have had the right intentions like you said.
Neil Racki
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My kid is 7 and its nerve raking planning a big party bc even though you send invites to every kid in class and ask to be RSVP'd .. like no one rsvps except her besties. Even then, half her besties cant make it. You have some indoor trampoline park rented out for like $350 bucks and 24 party bags but you dont know who is going to show up. Then like 11 kids show up and your happy but like damn, I could have downgraded to the lower package if I had know.
Parents have to get their kids into organized sports and stuff or live in a tight nit town housey kinda of neighborhood where you have hoards of kids running in and out of your house all day.
If you live in the country and your kid isnt on an organized sports team and you send out blinds invites to his classmates and you dont know the parents bc you dont go to school events etc .. thats on the parents. I decorate my trunk for trunk or treat, socialize with the parents, kid is in ballet and BJJ.
Hard work, Id rather be at the house drinking a beer but you gotta get out there for your kid. You have to socialize for them (at least at 5, 6, 7 etc ...), you have to set up play dates. Ive been to parties where its only a few kids and I feel bad for the parents but those same parents didnt rsvp or show up to my kids b day party so ...
BigEezyE22
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Junior's in on it.
"Hey son, make your worst puppy dog face so we can all get free shit." Like there's an 11 year old who wouldn't play that game.
Picture is probably timestamped for 10:15 am.
Chrisinroch
Registered User
Glad it turned out, but I kinda hate parents throwing the kid’s life up on Twitter. Kid celebrity is not healthy. I might try to handle it more quietly w the parents.
Trampoline parks for $350, party bags..parents these days are like an extension of their insecure kids. What about inviting a few kids and letting them play on their own..
Neil Racki
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My brother is rich and he does rich people birthday parties .... hence my 6 year old wanting her party at the same place her cousins was. He just took his family on a Disney Cruise, cant wait to hear about that.
Anyway, we do backyard parties, bowling etc but my point is the same. If parents arent out there spending time and effort getting to know other parents, making sure their kids are active etc .... dont just send your kid to school with invites to kids and parents you never met expecting them to just show up.
But thank you for taking an uninvited and unnecessary shot at me and my kid.
ohheyhemsky
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I'm surprised Matthews is allowed to speak to any children with that moustache. At least he's still staying 500 yards away from any school or playground.
Damn, this kid lives in the same town as me and I'm only just hearing about this now.
That must be such a helpless and sad feeling as a kid. Awesome to see it blowing up like it has and I'm truly looking forward to whatever it is the Leafs have in store for Kade.
That must be such a helpless and sad feeling as a kid. Awesome to see it blowing up like it has and I'm truly looking forward to whatever it is the Leafs have in store for Kade.
What’s amazing (and extraordinarily disappointing) to me is that people refuse to simply say happy birthday to the kid. Even in the worst case scenario that this is some sort of hoax (which also makes no sense), it costs nothing.
MattMartin
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Really nice job by the players (as always with the NHL). I noticed the only D to show up was Reilly, wonder if that was a "accident".
bov
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Feel-good story for sure, felt bad for the kid just seeing the pic. Good for the Leafs reaching out.
That said, it's weird that people can't handle others suggesting it was contrived...I have seen other similar stories in recent weeks where nobody shows up to a kid's birthday and next thing you know it's viral and everybody ends up coming in with their support. The dad seems like a pretty big Leafs fan himself based on that tweet. I know everyone wants the children to be showered with love and praise no matter what, but something seems a bit off or "staged" about this to me.
That said, it's weird that people can't handle others suggesting it was contrived...I have seen other similar stories in recent weeks where nobody shows up to a kid's birthday and next thing you know it's viral and everybody ends up coming in with their support. The dad seems like a pretty big Leafs fan himself based on that tweet. I know everyone wants the children to be showered with love and praise no matter what, but something seems a bit off or "staged" about this to me.
End on a Hinote
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Jeez I wish my parents were like yo!
Anyhow I dont think it's really necessary for all that. My birthdays consisted of board/video games, movies and general banter and we were all happy. That's the thing with kids, give then an Egg McMuffin and you'd think you gave them fillet mignon.
bov
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Then that's great. Aside from you I don't see anyone being "bothered" by anything, instead just pointing out aspects of the story that seem contrived. Kind of bizarre you're policing the thread because of some need to "acknowldge" the kid's birthday.
bov
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He has been wished a happy birthday more than most people in the history of the world at this point. I'm happy for the kid and think he'll be just fine, you on the other hand....
But happy birthday to your son. Enjoy the free tickets.
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bov
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Again, I'm sorry that you cannot handle people saying it seems contrived. There have been numerous intances just like this one where there's a birthday no-show and suddenly, things go viral and those poor lonely souls get all kinds of support and attention. It doesn't mean anyone is a bad person or "couldn't be bothered".
Haha, how awesome of Tavares warming this kids heart after breaking thousands of kids hearts in New York. But hey, it's all about the kids!
Well... Good for them, regardless.
Still, every single time with news like these, I wonder if these people genuinely care or if it's just done for PR.
Still, every single time with news like these, I wonder if these people genuinely care or if it's just done for PR.
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