I got bullied in school, too.. I was built a lot like your daughter: skinny, pretty, smart and successful in general. (I don't mean for that to sound like I'm bragging but I know it does!)

People who teased me were just jealous. I'm sure that's a similar case. And while knowing that doesn't make the bullying stop, it does make you feel better knowing that the bully is probably having a ton of problems on her own.

I hate how schools handle fights these days. In the real word, if someone attacks you, are you supposed to just stand there??? I don't think so!

GO VAL, GO GUS!! I HATE bullies! I'm so glad Val defended herself!! :thumbup: :thumbup: :D

It is a good thing that gus alerted you to what was going on outside.

My 6yr old is starting kindergarden next week and he is very small for his age and I know he is going to get bullied. He is naturally a lover--not a fighter. I will do what I can but I can't always be there to protect him. He has to learn to do that himself.

GOOD for Gus !! What a little protector - that's awesome he knew and was letting you know - I don't condone fighting but sometimes and especially at her age - you just NEED to show people you can take care of yourself - she must have had a good reason to fight and I bet you're secretly proud of her for taking on that Bully - They are the ones who NEED a good butt kicking - that bully must have really antagonised her ....Good for her and don't be too tough mom - it's part of growing up and I think she may have earned herself a new nickname - Are you calling her Rocky now ?

wow sounds like me. i'm always standing up for my brother and he's 14. :eek: he was picked on a lot from 4-8th grade. i dont know why he was like the most popular kid in 3rd - 1st. i'm sure one day he'll stand up for himself. :rolleyes:
i'm sorry this happened to your daughter! what a mean person that bully must have been!! i'm sure gus gus scared her off with his ferocious (s?) teeth. :p

He's ADORABLE and he may not have too many problems - there's lots of smaller than average kids in school....try not to worry too much - He's a doll though !

You're not bragging, you're stating the facts. I do worry about my daughter a little bit too because I know she is very petite and pretty. Okay I'm bragging but I'm very proud of her. But you know that bullies like to pick on someone like her. The only thing she has going for her is her mouth. I see her with the neighborhood kids and she doesn't take anything from anyone. BUT my son is soooo different! He's not a fighter at all unless it's his sister, and he has no problem smacking her!

You have to worry so much these days when you're raising kids. It's really pretty sad. :(

I have to say for me Kindergarten wasn't bad. They're still young and I'm happy to say we didn't have any problems. I'm worried now about 1st grade since he'll be with older kids and going to the cafeteria, etc.

Your son is a cutie! Have you ever considered karate? It's the best thing we've done for him and us.

My daughter is VERY small. She's going to be 5 in September and can still wear size 3T! :confused:

Funny you mentioned that b/c my husband was just saying the he wanted to enroll our son, Keagan (6yrs old) and himself into karate,. I thought that sounded like a good idea too.
He already has issues with kids picking on him in camp b/c he has speech delays and allergies to food (he stands out)...asthma...you name it.
He is very sensitive and is still learning to not cry about everything. Instead i'm trying to teach him to work though his problems.

Keagan is like your daughter..he can fit into a 3T too and he is 6yrs old. poor babies**hugs**

I see you like hockey too..what do you think about the season coming up! We (lightning) won the Stanley Cup before the whole strike. My hubby cant wait to go to some games.

Thank you all. Yes I do have a very good looking babies. VERY proud mama here.

FireFish; Wow,,, if I wernt already married,,,,,, Fit and tatoo's too!!! I'm sure your son has no problems now.

Brutus mama; Your son is so cute. My Val and Timmy are also in Karate. Timmy has no problems defending himself. He has gotten into 2 fights. Onece for defending his frined who is a girl (refuse to use the word girlfriend!) and the other time he was play basketball and some guy tried to get a little too rough. But my Val is just not like that. And I know she is very strong for her tiny size, but she just don't like fighting unless it's with her brother and sister. And don't feel bad, my Val still fits into some 5T clothing and she's nine. Like shorts and skirts.

Sillyjacki; You still are skinny, pretty, smart and hopefully successful

I don't know how the handle problem kids where you guys live, but here the only time they take action is if the kid gets into trouble. They will fine the partents for fighting. Doesnt matter who started it. But they don't do anything till it comes to that. And the poor kids who are bullied don't want to say anything for fear that it will make things worse.

tbradley; Your son is adorable! My Val was and still is the smallest in the class. She never had any problems till now. I'm sure he'll do just fine.

Oh my husband is so excited! He's a die hard Ranger fan and used to have season tickets. He also coached high school hockey for 20 years until we had kids. :)

Thanks! I love your kids in their karate uniforms! I can't believe they fine the PARENTS! That is just crazy to me especially if your kid didn't start the fight! :mad:

Tell me about it. We had to pay a 25 dollar fine for Timmy when he got into the fight defending his friend. He didn't start it but they didn't care. The bad thing is, it goes on thier record so even if you tell your kids to defend themselves if they have to, they will still have a bad mark against them. It's really not fair!

I used to have problems with kids bullying my older son. I couldnt figure out why though cause he was bigger than most kids, taller and solid. But he was and still is a huge sweet heart. I wouldn't hurt a fly. I always told him that I didnt want him fighting but I wouldn't be mad if he stood up for himself even if it did result in a fight.

then my younger son started school. He has always been small for his age but man is he a firecracker. He has a temper on him. Holy cow look out. I think he gets that from me. Anyway, it was recess and all the grades were outside and the younger son, Troy saw that his brother, Austin was getting picked on so he stood up for Austin. Kicked the boys butt. ANd the boy was about 3 times Troys size. He got in trouble and so did the other boy. I thought that that was the end of it until one day I hear my doorbell ring and here is the kids mom standing at my door.

She was about 5'10" and pretty solid. Im 5'2" on a lucky day with shoes and about 100 pounds depending on what I ate that day. SHe wanted to "straighten" out what happened between our kids. I tried having a rational conversation with her but it wouldn't work. She wanted to brawl. I threw her off my property and told her she better keep a leash on her kid cause I wasn't going to put up with him picking on my kids.

Some parents just dont get it.

Im glad that your daughter stood up for herself. I really wish that Austin would. But I guess he figures why should he when his little brother will take care of the dirty work.

Here is a pic of each of my boys. Austin is the light blond haired one, he is almost 12 and Troy is the other one that has guilty written all over his face. Guilty for what? I dont know but im sure he did something.